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It's normal to sometimes bleed a little...but if its on a lot of teeth and very often, I suggest you calling your dentist or ortho...could be a sign of early gum disease; gingivitis
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Ceramic top braces: January 9th, 2006
Metal bottom braces: May 1st, 2006
My teeth are so tight, I have to use a lot of force just to get the floss between them. So, naturally, my gums bleed when they are basically sliced by the floss.
Braced: Jan. 17, 2006
Removed: Oct. 26, 2006
Fixed bottom retainer
Clear Essix Retainer on top
I spoke with my orthodontist today and she said there is nothing to worry about, and checked me out and said I have an 'A' in the cleaning department. She said it was probably just overzealous flossing. Thank you for all your suggestions, looks like my cleaning is sometimes OTT, too!
I don't have the bleeding...but my teeth sure do ache after flossing!
Plus...they feel like they have moved...can this happen after just 4 days from being braced?
Yes, I understand. I posted (perhaps in the wrong place) a similar concern
I am pretty routine in my flossing and brushing habbits.
I floss more often now than I did before braces. Did you ever notice your gums were more sensitive to flossing after you had braces on?? My gums are actually bleeding at times which I didn't have a problem with before. Is it because my gums are more sensitive with the movement of my teeth? I am wondering what the deal is...
Perhaps I am just "OTT" too with my flossing now...? I wonder....