Upper four teeth bonded for receding gums. Now gums are bruised and tender -- is this normal? (Photo)

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I got the front 4 teeth bonded to help with sensitivity from receding gum line yesterday . I noticed that my gums are really sore, red, swollen and now are discolored, almost like bruised . I am worried

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:This can be normal due to the recent work.  Rinse your mouth with warm salt water.  It soreness and inflammation should be gone in 7 days.Best,Dr. Maddahi

Upper four teeth bonded for receding gums. Now gums are bruised and tender -- is this normal? (Photo)

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