“Why do my gums hurt after dental cleanings?”
I am a 33 year old female. I want to know why do my gums hurt after dental cleanings?
3 Answers
Usually the hygenist will go under the gum to remove the bacteria that is present
Gums will hurt after dental cleanings if there is a moderate amount of hard plaque build-up (calculus) that has to be removed. The plaque irritates the gums and causes them to be red, sensitive, and then start to swell. Removing the plaque takes away the irritant, however, the gums still need to recover so they start to bleed. This brings white blood cells to the area to help heal the area. So, it may seem that the cleaning made your gums bleed. But in actuality, it was the offending plaque that was the culprit. The blood is the first phase of your gums starting to heal. The bleeding and pain should go away within a day or two as long as you continue to brush and floss your teeth.
The hygienist is very thorough and it's usually expected to have some discomfort.
