<s>[INST] For about a month now I've had irritation behind my front teeth. When I examined the area, I noticed vein-like raised ridges on my gums that I had not been aware of until then. The irritation seems to be exclusive to those ridges and flares up after eating. I think the ridges are normal, but it's almost like the irritation is spreading and medication only seems to work for a short time. I'm on my mid-20s, about 190 lbs, and have had braces, oral surgery, and a gum infection in the past. Can this be something common like gingivitis or could should I see a specialist? I really just need some peace of mind right now. [/INST] Hello,  Thanks for consulting HCM, Read your query, as you have irritation in gums this can be gingival inflammation due to oral hygiene is not good , or trauma during brushing due to hard bristle brush , or due to infection in gums may be localized Periodontitis. I will suggest you to consult Dentist or Periodontist  and go for visual examination of front teeth to rule of the cause of inflammation , in meantime you can do luke warm saline rinses , you can apply ointment Mugel or Mucopain gel on gums.Hope it will help you. Wishing you good health.Regards, Dr. Priyanka tiwari </s>