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I'm bleeding from upper right teeth slot. how can i stop it?

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Bleeding: I'm not sure if you are referring to a tooth "socket" following the removal of a tooth when you use the term tooth "slot"? Generally speaking, biting on a dry gauze pad or a wet tea bag on the area should stop the bleeding. Having said that, call the dentist who extracted the tooth or see a dentist for your dental problem if you did not have an extraction.

Answered 3/28/2014

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Dr. Alan Zweig answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Pressure: I am assuming you just had the tooth extracted. If so, put pressure on the site. Bite on gauze.

Answered 3/28/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Gum disease: Bleeding gums can be a sign that you are at risk for, or already have, gum disease. These bacteria, along with mucus and other particles, constantly form a sticky, colorless toxic “plaque” on teeth causing the gums to become inflamed and to easily bleed. Bleeding may be a sign of a serious problem, which should be checked by a dentist.

Answered 10/4/2016

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