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Food particles stuck in between teeth
I have been noticing that food particles are getting stuck in the spaces between my inner teeth and I am not able to remove them by brushing. This causes foul smell and irritation in teeth. Could you please advise what could be done about this.
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If the cause of food entrapment is cavity in your teeth then you need a restoration/filling of your teeth. If you have gum problem then you need a scaing by a dentist and maintainance by yourself.
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Dr. Sherin C Jose
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Kozhikode
Food entrapment results when there is either caries or space between the teeth.So consult a dentist and restore the teeth if needed or else a professional scaling of teeth is essential as there is high chance of gum infection at site of food lodgement.Use of interdental cleaning aids like floss is also advised.
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