Can an injury caused by flossing resolve on its own?

Question

Hello doctor,

I flossed and hurt my gum, causing it to bleed. After a few days, I noticed that the area near the gums appeared slightly white like a canker sore. Will it heal on its own or is it infected? Kindly help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and can understand your concern.

As you have mentioned that your gums were hurt during flossing, there is a proper step-by-step process through which any tissue heals. This process comes to a stage called the granulation tissue stage, which is generally dull yellowish, or white in color. The only concern is whether you have any pain in the whitish area. So your gums are just recovering or say healing on their own. Do not disturb them, our body tissues are very capable of self-healing and they try to do their best on their own. Just wait and watch and maintain good oral hygiene, brush regularly, and do proper mouth rinses and finger massages. If required, you can also do warm water and salt mouth rinse. This will also help you.

I hope this helps you.

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