Q.
Hi,
Hi,
I have had aching gums for a while now and didn’t realise that it was anything abnormal. I went to the dentist and he told me that It has meant that I have been pressing my teeth together which has probably made matters worse. I only realised when my dentist said that I need to start flossing. Is that going to cure things or do I need to take anti-biotics? I dont want to keep going on with bleeding and aching gums.
Thanks for your help
A.
Hello, biting hard all the time like this can cause the gums to ache yes, and can also damage the teeth themselves due to grinding. what I would say is that antibiotics are rarely the answer and improved cleaning is usually the way to go. Initially you will experience bleeding but this should reduce within days. I would discuss this further with your dentist of hygienist so that you have a clear idea of what is going on if your still unsure.
Hello, biting hard all the time like this can cause the gums to ache yes, and can also damage the teeth themselves due to grinding. what I would say is that antibiotics are rarely the answer and improved cleaning is usually the way to go. Initially you will experience bleeding but this should reduce within days. I would discuss this further with your dentist of hygienist so that you have a clear idea of what is going on if your still unsure.
Dr Ian Dunn
PurelyPerio Clinic 334, PO Box 334, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 0AG Web: www.purelyperio.co.uk Tel: 01625 419700
