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Something was stuck in my teeth for a month
Yes this is gross . I got a part of of a kernel popcorn stuck in my teeth. I was eating then I realized that the brown part of the corn kept getting tuck in my teeth so I stopped eating and brush my teeth.
I then flossed and saw all the food remains but I still felt discomfort in my mouth. I began flossing before and after brushing my teeth but no improvements. With my tongue I could feel something but when I looked I didn't see anything. At first I thought I had damaged my gum and it will heal . Then last night I began to investigate further and eventually I got the stuff out. Now I am very concern . I have a minute hole in my gum and I have been brushing and salt water rinses to avoid sugars etc from staying there. I'm not sure why else to do . I really don't want bad teeth .
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In the world of dentistry, there are two concerns a dentist will have: 1. the state of your teeth and 2. the state of your gums.
Your problem you discussed was all about the gums.You will need to have a dentist see you and examine and take xrays . I don't know if there is a thing as flossing too much, just ask the Dr.
I used to wear contacts and if something like a bit of pollen you can't see, got stuck between the contact and the eye ball, it could, and did scratch my eye on several occasions. When I took the contact off and rinsed eye out with proper solution, it still felt like there was something in my eye and it hurt with every blink. Dr. says it was a minor scratch and will heal on its own. This story is a possible explanation as to why it is sore and you still feel that way. a dentist can help you with all of that, answer questions and let you know if there is anything they can do for your gums.
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You should see a dentist and have them look at your gums and tell you how to handle the situation if they are inflamed or you feel a lot of discomfort. they can also professionally clean your teeth and be sure that whatever was obstructing a certain area isn't anymore.
As far as brushing goes keep up your normal routine but don't brush around the affected area until you see your dentist. I'm sure over time it will heal and doesn't necessarily mean you'll have bad teeth because something got stuck between your teeth this once. If anything you may have cavities to fill. I'm not a dentist but getting a thorough exam and cleaning will help your situation.
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