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There are different types of mouth sores. They can occur anywhere in the mouth including bottom of the mouth, inner cheeks, gums, lips, and tongue. Mouth sores may be caused by irritation from: A sharp or broken tooth or poorly fitting dentures.
Infections caused by fungi and viruses can potentially cause swollen gums. If you have herpes, it could lead to a condition called âacute herpetic gingivostomatitis,â which causes swollen gums. Thrush, which is the result of an overgrowth of naturally occurring yeast in the mouth, can also cause gum swelling. Untreated dental decay can lead to a dental abscess, which is localized gum swelling.