I have had a sore, sometimes swollen spot on my upper gum for the past few weeks, but I thought that it would resolve itself if I kept up my good oral hygiene . Tonight when I brushed I noticed blood , and when I looked at the spot there was a small hole in my gum where it meets my tooth . I use pro health plaque control toothpaste (and oral b spinbrush) twice a day and floss at least once a day. Why is there a hole in my gum and what should I do?
HelloWelcome to ChatDoctorYou have not mentioned your complete history like about the associated teeth. Any symptoms if present with same tooth like pain, inflammation, any pus discharge. It might be some chronic infection that has progressed deeper & finally has lead to resorption of surrounding bone & might have formed some sinus & fistula. You kindly visit your dentist & get it properly diagnosed. If it's associated with teeth then get it treated otherwise if problem is periodontal then go for bone grafting after consulting periodontist. Try to maintain proper oral hygiene by regular brushing & flossing. Also start using 0.2% chlorhexidine mouthwash once daily half an hour after brushing. Take Disregards Chat Doctor.