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Is it common for gums to bleed while flossing?
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Sometimes: In patients that have gum inflammation due to poor oral hygiene. If you brush well and floss regularly your gums will become firm and healthy and bleeding will stop.
Answered 10/18/2016
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No: For people that floss daily and have healthy gums, it should not bleed while flossing. However few people do have bleeding even if they are flossing daily.
Answered 2/8/2015
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