Swollen gums cause enlarged lymph nodes?

My gums are a little sore, to be honest. I have no infections since I am obsessive about hygeine. But they're a little sore because I have braces and started to use very hard/good toothbrush.





This caused what was an enlarged lymph node under the left side of my jaw last night.


The pain is gone... but is this possible?





My gums do hurt less, really.


What could have been the underlying cause, or is there one?

Swollen gums cause enlarged lymph nodes?
When you brush with a hard brush your gums can be injured which will lead to swelling and then your lymph nodes have to get in action to drain the swelling. Use a soft brush always. You can use baking soda or salt water to rinse and this will help keep your mouth clean.
Reply:Being obsessive with hygeine has very little to do with infection. In fact, many folks who are careless with hygeine are less prone to infection because of a stronger immune system. Either way, swollen lymph nodes are almost always a sign of some kind of infection.
Reply:Yes this can occur, try using a softer brush.