I have a swollen portion of my gums only under one tooth near the back and bottom.  It feels as though its even swollen into the jaw bone.  I was recently prescribe chlorhexidine oral rinse because I didnt take care of my teeth the way I should have. Is it possible for problems to get worse when starting the rinse before it gets better?
Hello, Read your query, as you have swollen gums under tooth this can be due to periodontal problem may be formation of periodontal Abscess due to deposition of plaque, calculus, food debris for this you should consult dentist and go for investigations IOWA X-ray of tooth if swelling is due to periodontal problem then go for oral prophylaxis that is scaling and curettage of tooth. Do warm saline gargle two - three times a day. Hope this will help you.