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    meecy12 Posts: 133, Reputation: 2
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    Jun 27, 2007, 06:56 AM
    Sore gums
    After flossing, one of my gums became sore and a little puffy/bigger. What could that mean?
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    Jun 27, 2007, 07:00 AM
    Typically it means you don't floss enough, but it could also be that you were a little rougher on that area.
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    Jun 27, 2007, 06:53 PM
    I agree with alkalineangel. Rinse with some warm water and salt.
    Floss every day for 10 days and you should see no more bleeding.
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