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Can your incisive papilla get irritated if your two front teeth are too close together?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Unlikely: Unlikely. These teeth are touching normally. The papilla can become irritated for other reasons.

Dr Davantzis and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/6/2017

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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

No: Irritation usually caused by impingement by lower front teeth, gum disease, food impaction, overly agressive brushing, improper flossing, burn, scratch, etc. see your Dentist.

Dr Baskin agreed

Answered 5/10/2017

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A member asked:

Can your incisive papilla get irritated if your two front teeth are too close together?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Dr Davantzis and another doctor agreed

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Dr Baskin agreed

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