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Accidentally pulled really hard on one of my teeth while i was flossing, will my tooth be alright?
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Flossed hard: It is hard to tell if the tooth is fine for sure. However, it is unlikely that any significant damage happens by simply pulling the floss out. Does your tooth hurt beyond some soreness? If all seems normal, using anti-inflammatory medicine for a day (if your medical condition allows), ; be on a soft diet. If the tooth is still sore after a day, it is safer to be checked by a dentist.
Answered 6/20/2017
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