Can tooth decay cause gum soreness?

Dental caries can cause sore gums. Dental caries is a chronic disease in which the hard tissues of teeth are destroyed. Initially, only the enamel may be destroyed, but as the disease progresses, the inner tissues of the tooth may also be damaged. If untreated, bacteria may invade the periapical tissues through the root canal as the pulp damage worsens. When periapical tissue is damaged, bacteria will invade the surrounding gums and other tissues, causing gums to show swelling and pain, so tooth decay will cause gum swelling and pain. When tooth decay causes gum swelling and pain, the damage to the teeth is already very serious. It is necessary to go to the stomatology department of the hospital as soon as possible for treatment. Try to keep the affected teeth.