Swollen gums

Severely Carious Primary Anterior Teeth: Full Clinical Analysis, Diagnosis, and Best Material for Rebuilding

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Zoom 100% – Visual Examination (Primary Dentition)

Observed Findings:

  • Severe early childhood caries (ECC) affecting maxillary primary incisors

  • Extensive enamel loss with exposed dentin

  • Brownish cavitated lesions indicating advanced dentinal caries

  • Structural collapse of incisal edges

  • Gingival tissues appear mildly inflamed but without obvious abscess at this stage

Swollen Gums at 100% Zoom: Deep Clinical Analysis, Causes, Healing Timeline & When to Worry

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Case Overview (Image-Based Observation – 100% Zoom)

Based on the provided image, the gums appear erythematous (red), swollen, and shiny, particularly around the cervical (neck) area of multiple teeth. The gingival margins look puffy and inflamed, with a loss of normal stippling (healthy gum texture). Teeth surfaces appear intact, but plaque biofilm accumulation near the gumline is strongly suspected.

Canada's Hidden Youth Crisis: Gum Disease, Smoking, and Stress

The Silent Epidemic: How Smoking is Fueling a Gum Disease Crisis Among Canadian Youth

A concerning trend is emerging in dental clinics across Canada. Dentists are seeing a sharp rise in gum disease (periodontitis) in a surprisingly young demographic: teenagers and young adults from ages 16 to 28. While genetics and hygiene play a role, a primary culprit is clear: heavy smoking habits, including vaping and cannabis use, exacerbated by the immense pressures of modern life.

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