anyone a dentist on here? :o/

I have been sick (as most of you know) but I wanted to ask if when someone gets a REAAAAAALLY Bad cold if their gums sometimes swell. My gums are REALLY swollen, and I am afraid I will look like an ape on my big Day!

75% of adults have gingivitis...so it could be a gum issue (I'm not a dentist though)

I would get a bottle of listerine and use it 2-3 times a day....also dip your toothbrush in it and brush your gums gently that way too...