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Teeth scaling?

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razcol

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Hello.I've just done a scaling to remove the tartar on my teeth but as I got back home I notice that there's a bit of tartar between my teeth(back teeth).I tried flossing but it started to bleed and smell bad.
It's just a tiny amount between teeth.
I'm so sad right now.
Does it make my breath smell bad again?
I'm just so sad I though I could finally talk normally but..
Thank you
 
Removing the soft creamy stuff (plaque) from between the teeth on a daily basis is the key

Plaque has a pretty strong pong about it (smell the floss after flossing!)

A tiny bit of tater left behind is not going to make all that difference to the smell of the mouth unless it is harbouring soft plaque.

The bacteria in the soft plaque can cause the gums to become inflamed and bleed. I would very gently return to the area (and the rest of the mouth!) every day with the floss and the bleeding should stop.

The dentist will be able to flick the bit of tarter off for you next time.
 
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