{"id":45,"date":"2021-05-13T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-13T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/westmaitlanddentistry.com\/why-does-my-tooth-hurt-when-i-floss\/"},"modified":"2021-05-13T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2021-05-13T00:00:00","slug":"why-does-my-tooth-hurt-when-i-floss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.westmaitlanddentistry.com\/blog\/2021\/05\/13\/why-does-my-tooth-hurt-when-i-floss\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Does My Tooth Hurt When I Floss?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Tooth pain is unfortunately an everyday problem that often brings patients into our office. \u00a0We many a time hear the question, \u201cWhy does my tooth hurt when I floss?\u201d.\u00a0 Let\u2019s breakdown some common reasons why flossing might make a tooth hurt.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cavity.\u00a0 One common cause for sensitivity while flossing is due to a cavity or the start of a cavity. For more information about cavities, the mayo clinic breaks them and their symptoms down in this <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/cavities\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20352892\">article<\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Gum Disease. Both gingivitis and periodontal disease can lead to gums that are tender, swollen and prone to bleeding.\u00a0 Flossing them can often be sensitive or even feel painful. \u00a0For more information on gum disease read up our <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.westmaitlanddentistry.com\/blog\/the-ugly-truth-about-gum-disease\/\">blog<\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Bone loss.\u00a0 When you lose the surrounding bone of a tooth the root of the tooth is exposed.\u00a0 This layer, known as the dentin, is a very sensitive layer.\u00a0 Flossing can lead to sensitivity or pain when the floss is rubbing against that exposed area.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Improper flossing.\u00a0 Flossing too aggressively or incorrectly can lead to pain. Check out our previous blog on maintaining proper oral hygiene <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.westmaitlanddentistry.com\/blog\/oral-hygiene-ten-tips-for-a-healthier-mouth\/\">here<\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0If your pain persists make sure you get checked out with your dental team. 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