For temporary pain relief, you can take over-the-counter pain relievers like Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen, provided you have no medical contraindications. Warm salt water rinses or an antiseptic mouthwash can also help soothe your bleeding gums and reduce bacteria. However, please understand that these medications only temporarily mask the symptoms. A cavity is a physical infection in the tooth that requires a dentist to clean and fill it, and bleeding gums typically require a professional dental cleaning to treat. I strongly advise you to schedule an appointment with a dentist as soon as possible to address the root cause and prevent worsening infection.
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