Bleeding on B-day

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#1 Post by **Sweetie** » Wed Feb 14, 2007 7:01 am

I was wondering if anyone' gums bleed during the process of braces on. I ussually take antibiotics for my cleanings in case of bleeding. That is why I will like to know if you could get cut or bleed on B-day.
Thanks

#2 Post by **Jenny5** » Wed Feb 14, 2007 10:04 am

My orthodontist didn't touch my gums while putting my braces on, but that was just my experience. I guess it depends on how sensitive your gums are. I guess if they're really sensitive, it would be possible that something might scrape them and cause bleeding?? Maybe take the antibiotics as a precaution, but I don't think you'll have anything to worry about because it's not like going to the dentist where they scrape your gumline and stuff like that. They're mainly working on the surfaces of your teeth.

#3 Post by **LithpingLitha** » Wed Feb 14, 2007 10:45 am

My gums didn't bleed during the process.
I suppose it's possible to get scraped, but like Jenny5 said, the focus is on your teeth.
I hope you have a great brace day!

#4 Post by **Sweetie** » Wed Feb 14, 2007 1:46 pm

thanks a lot for you replies.

#5 Post by **Jenny5** » Thu Feb 15, 2007 2:50 pm

I have molar bands and still didn't have a problem with bleeding, but like I said before, that was just me. I agree that you should check with the ortho or do it as a precaution if it's a concern.

#6 Post by **Lisa65** » Thu Feb 15, 2007 3:03 pm

As far as I know I've never shed any blood at ortho appointments, except when I had my mini-screws done.

Is it usual to have antibiotic prophylaxis for cleaning where you are, or do you have a medical condition that means you are at greater risk of infection if you are cut?

#7 Post by **Sweetie** » Thu Feb 15, 2007 5:01 pm

I do have a heart medical condition. That is why I take antibiotics before dental cleanings. Tomorrow is the day

My appoitment is at noon, since I should take the medications an hour before, I have time to call him and make sure. Thanks for all your comments it really help me.

Sweetie

#8 Post by **Lisa65** » Fri Feb 16, 2007 3:07 am

Let us know how it went. Good luck!

#9 Post by **rsprouse** » Fri Feb 16, 2007 5:48 am

The risk of Bacterial Endocarditis is very low, even in "high risk" patients that are required to premedicate (I AM A SHITHEAD SPAMMER. PLEASE REPORT ME TO THE ADMIN! w/ regurgitation, history of rheumatic fever, prosthetic heart valve, etc). I have actually read a couple articles about how a patient is actually at higher risk to develop a hypersensitivity reaction to antibiotics than they are for complications of bacterial endocarditis. That being said, the ADA does not recommend premedicating for simple supragingival procedures such as banding. But, everyone is different so you want to confirm with your treating clinician first. S/he will most likely tell you that premedication is not necessary but it is their call. There is nothing wrong with taking your AB with you. The American Heart Association states that you have 1 hour within exposure to get a load of AB in your system to offer proper protection. Normal procedure is to premedicate 1 hour prior to dental treatment as you know.

Good Luck,
Rory

#10 Post by **Sweetie** » Fri Feb 16, 2007 5:08 pm

Hi Eveyone

Everything went fine, no blood at all, but I did take my antibiotics for precaution. The process of getting the braces is better than I tough; I just didnâ€™t know how it was. I post a picture of my braces in â€œbraces storiesâ€

#11 Post by **LucyVanity** » Sat Feb 17, 2007 8:23 pm

Guess I came too late :\ ah well. I'm glad it went ok for you ^^ I didn't bleed either.

the title of this thread definitely reminded me of "Happy Birthday" by The Birthday Massacre.