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What Causes White Skin Over Right Teeth After Teeth Cleaning?
Question: I just had my teeth cleaned. Today I noticed on #10 tooth right at the gumline a little bit of white skin. It is not a bump, it does not bleed or hurt. The dentist noticed it also and I am seeing an oral surgeon on the 3rd of July. I am scared to death. I had a crown put on this tooth in October. The dentist said don't worry. I am worried. Please make me feel better. Thank you so very much.
Brief Answer:
Gum irritation from toothpaste or crown
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
The optic white toothpaste has some peroxide ingredient to help whiten your teeth. Peroxide applied to tissue will turn it white. Do you have any additional sensitivity to your teeth in general since switching toothpaste? I suggest avoiding whitening products for now.
The margin of the crown may be pushing against the tissue causing a more fibrous type of tissue. You could have a small growth of tissue in response to the work done to fabricate your crown.
Consultation with a periodontist is an option. This dentist specializes in gum and bone treatments.
How long have you noticed this? Tell me about any changes noticed and the frame. Sending an X-ray and photo would be helpful. Did you have any trauma to the gum?
I thank you for your inquiry and am glad to assist you further. I suggest following your dentist's recommendations to see a specialist to fully evaluate the tissue.
Regards,
Gum irritation from toothpaste or crown
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
The optic white toothpaste has some peroxide ingredient to help whiten your teeth. Peroxide applied to tissue will turn it white. Do you have any additional sensitivity to your teeth in general since switching toothpaste? I suggest avoiding whitening products for now.
The margin of the crown may be pushing against the tissue causing a more fibrous type of tissue. You could have a small growth of tissue in response to the work done to fabricate your crown.
Consultation with a periodontist is an option. This dentist specializes in gum and bone treatments.
How long have you noticed this? Tell me about any changes noticed and the frame. Sending an X-ray and photo would be helpful. Did you have any trauma to the gum?
I thank you for your inquiry and am glad to assist you further. I suggest following your dentist's recommendations to see a specialist to fully evaluate the tissue.
Regards,
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
Thank you Dr. Sloane.
I literally just noticed it this morning before I went to the dentist.
The tissue is smooth and thin, as near as I can tell.
I will quit using the toothpaste and use something else. I am seeing an oral surgeon on the 3rd to evaluate the tissue.
I am terrified and I just want to feel better.!
I literally just noticed it this morning before I went to the dentist.
The tissue is smooth and thin, as near as I can tell.
I will quit using the toothpaste and use something else. I am seeing an oral surgeon on the 3rd to evaluate the tissue.
I am terrified and I just want to feel better.!
Brief Answer:
Trauma or toothpaste reaction possible
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I am glad you have told me that this has not been present long. Maybe you were extra vigorous with brushing before your dental visit. This combined with the toothpaste switch could easily be your cause. Relax and keep up your daily dental care. Warm salt water rinsing is good as well. Make sure you have a nutritious diet and balanced vitamins. Vitamin B is great for healing. Vitamin E is excellent. Stay well hydrated.
I hope this helps you to relax. I am here to assist you further. Thank you again for your inquiry.
Trauma or toothpaste reaction possible
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I am glad you have told me that this has not been present long. Maybe you were extra vigorous with brushing before your dental visit. This combined with the toothpaste switch could easily be your cause. Relax and keep up your daily dental care. Warm salt water rinsing is good as well. Make sure you have a nutritious diet and balanced vitamins. Vitamin B is great for healing. Vitamin E is excellent. Stay well hydrated.
I hope this helps you to relax. I am here to assist you further. Thank you again for your inquiry.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
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