Generally speaking, when you practice your dental hygiene correctly, your smile is healthy, and you get into a usual routine, making your way through the flossing and brushing we suggest for you every day should be easy! It can feel like you’re on autopilot most of the time, so much so that you might not have much to say about your smile care at home except that you’re happy it offers such wonderful oral health protection. However, our Springfield, OH team knows that if any part of your experience hurts, you may be having a very different reaction and set of feelings regarding daily hygiene. Remember: It should never hurt! Let us help you a bit further.
When You Floss, It Should Feel Just Fine
You might think that it’s normal for it to hurt when you get to the flossing part of your dental hygiene. However, this is absolutely not the case. It can feel a little funny, strange, or even tickle, but if you experience anything you would refer to as “bad” or “uncomfortable” then something isn’t right. It could mean that gingivitis is something you need treatment for. It could also mean you’re just being too rough! Be gentle, check your gums for other symptoms, and determine whether you need to simply slow down the flossing or if perhaps something is not right with your gum health.
When You Brush, There Should Be No Pain
Feeling anxious about your dental hygiene because it hurts when you brush your teeth? There are multiple things to consider if this is something that doesn’t feel good. First, just like with your flossing, if something hurts, something is wrong. This could mean that you are brushing too aggressively. Be very mindful of giving yourself gentle care, otherwise you can hurt your teeth and your gum health! You could also be dealing with one of many potential concerns, such as a cavity, infection, or gum disease. Be delicate with care and see if a change occurs.
So … Now What?
Of course, as mentioned, you should immediately switch to a much more light-handed approach to dental hygiene, if necessary. In addition, our team invites you to come see us for a dental checkup. Schedule it with urgency if even gentle care at home yields discomfort. We will get your oral health back in shape.
Contact Us For A Visit If Hygiene Hurts
If you experience any type of oral related pain, it’s time to come in for a checkup, so we can make things better! Ready for your checkup in Springfield, OH? Schedule your appointment with North Spring Dental today by calling 937.399.3800.