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I brushed my tounge and it started bleeding is that normal?
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No: It is not normal for a tongue to bleed when you brush it. You may be doing it too hard and causing the bleeding. If this continues you should see a dentist for an evaluation and find the cause.
Answered 2/25/2018
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