Swollen Gums Around One Tooth?

Yes, it's possible. I have experienced it myself a few years ago from eating an everything bagel. One of the seeds somehow got below the gum line and I didn't notice it until my gum became swollen around my front tooth.

There are many different reasons why gums can swell around just one tooth, these can include poor oral hygiene, gum disease, abscess or as I mentioned above, trapped food debris.

Although swollen gums may not be painful if it's not treated it can cause major problems down the road such as periodontal disease (gum disease).

Below are some home remedies that may help reduce the gum swelling:

• Antiseptic mouthwash
• Warm salt water rinse
• Essential oil and warm water rinse (Tea tree oil)
• Tumeric gel application
• Brush and floss after every meal/snack

If swelling hasn't subsided after a few days, it's time to see your dentist!