How long would it take for my top and my bottom gums to turn pink?

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I haven't been taking good care of my teeth. But a few days ago I started brushing,mouth washing,and flossing. Now right under my teeth on my bottom gum is turning pink slowly. Right above my teeth on my tip gum is turning pink slowly. If I keep doing this routine like I'm supposed to which is daily, how long would it take my top and bottom to be completely pink and pretty?

Graham T. Egger, DDS · Answer

Great job for improving your oral hygiene! If the gum tissue is red and swollen form inflammation it can return to a healthy appearance after a couple of weeks. If there is underlying tartar build up causing inflammation called gingivitis or bone disease called periodontitis then it will require more advanced treatment from a dentist or hygienist to resolve the infection and allow the gums to heal fully.

Richard Sprague, DDS · Answer

Flossing and brushing will allow your teeth and gums to heal the simple gingivitis , but if you have dental pockets or heaven tartar under the gums you may need additional dental treatment .  Congrats on the new flossing habit.   Add tongue bruising or scrapping too.

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