Hello doctor, I have been suffering from gum irritation for 3 days. The gum below just two of my teeth. No bleeding and no swelling but a black patch on the effected area. It was irritation first, now it is painful. It was also throbbing yesterday. Then I did lukewarm salt-water mouth rinsing several times. Today, the condition is little better than yesterday with less pain. But not completely cured. Could you tell me what this could mean?
Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of irritation on the gums which is because of inflammation of gums due to a condition called gingivitis/ Peritonitis and major cause of it is every time the cusp comes out of gingival tissue you will start experiencing these symptoms. I would suggest you not to panic about it. You should start antiseptic mouthwash such as Listerine. You should take a combination of Ibuprofen and Diclofenac. Maintain proper oral hygiene. Don't touch gum area repeatedly as it will spread infection. Visit periodontist once and go for complete examination and scaling and root cleaning in particular qua Chat Doctor.  Your symptoms will resolve soon. Do warm saline gargles as well. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes,