Gum Tissue Injury?!
Question:
Gum Tissue Injury?
I managed to do somethinng really, really, incredibly stupid. I tried to open a shampoo bottle with my teeth because my hands were too soapy to do it; and to make an embarrassing story short, a fairly tiny bit of what I THINK is probably root is now exposed maybe quarter of an inch below the top of the gumline. Is there any possibility that the tissue will regrow on its own, or do I need a tissue graft for sure?
Answers:
I would wait and see how the tissue responds. Clean the area well, but gently and you can even gently massage the area with your fingertip in a circular motion. This will help increase blood flow to the area which will speed healing. Tissue in the mouth heals pretty quickly, which is why when you burn your mouth on pizza it doesn't usually hurt the next day. If you are still concerned have your dentist or hygienist check out the area and good luck!
JAMRDH - a dental hygienist