Q: My 14-year-old daughter’s gums have been badly and painfully swollen for about two days. This developed after she had some dental work done.

A: I would suggest a follow up appointment with your treating dentist. What kind of work was done? Did your daughter have a cleaning? Does she have any allergies? Did they mention how her gums were before her cleaning? Please follow up as soon as possible with your DMD. Good Luck!