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Hi my dog knocked my mouth with her whole body mistake while jumiping on the bed the gum above my tooth it bled very little.next day the gum above tooth feels but sensitive .tooth seems okay.is a dentist appointment needed?
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No: Your gum was slightly injured so the sensitivity is normal. Rinse with hydrogen peroxide and water 2-3 times a day and brush area very gently so not to irritate it more. If pain persists for a while than go to drug store and get xylocaine ointment and place on gum area that still hurts. You should feel better in less than a week.
Answered 11/19/2020
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Post trauma: Dentist appointment is required only if you want to assure that nothing is wrong. From this side of the computer we can't examine your tissues or take x-rays if required. If for no other reason than peace of mind, see your Dentist.
Answered 11/22/2020
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