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After cleaning my teeth due to tartar i have a slight detached gum and gap between teeth. is it normal or i need to worry.
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It is normal: During deep cleaning, instruments are used to remove plaque and to eliminate the source of infection. As a result, discomfort and swelling are usually experienced few days after the procedure. It is important to continue to brush the margin of your gums twice a day with a soft toothbrush and floss. The gums will have a chance to recover back to normal.
Answered 5/24/2018
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Tarter: Tarter can cause gums to recede and to detach from your teeth, causing much gum and bone damage. Please see a Dentist before you do serious harm by trying to treat yourself. Let the Dentist help you back to a state of optimum oral health.
Answered 5/24/2018
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