I had my teeth cleaned and scaled (periodontal debridement, scaling or root planing below the gum line) 4 months ago. Here it is January already and I feel like my gums have not healed since that time. They don't seem to look puffy, inflammed or changed in color but always feel like they are pulsating and contracting. Maybe even throb somewhat. My dentist put me on a cheap antibiotic but that didn't seem to help. I brush my teeth and my gums every day and use mouthwash so I can not figure out what is wrong. I am 38 years old and could also be pre diabetic.
Gums contiune to hurt 4 months after cleaning and root planing scaling?
Are you sure you are not brushing and flossing too hard, I know I am always told I am too hard, a tooth scrubber more than a brusher. And being a pre-diabetic does affect the teeth, so get that checked out.
Reply:Time to go back. It would be a good idea to bring brush and floss so they can evaluate your oral hygiene technique. You are flossing daily, right?
Steve Bornfeld, DDS
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