Post-dental cleaning blahs - Tilted Forum Project Discussion Community

Redlemon · 05-10-2005, 12:36 PM

I just had my 6-month dental checkup and cleaning, and as usual, I have a serious blah feeling in my mouth. The primary issue is a strong feeling of drymouth, and drinking water doesn't get rid of it. I get this every time, and it usually affects my sleep that night.

So, before I go to sleep tonight, does anyone else get this feeling after a dental cleaning, and does anyone know how to get rid of this feeling?

the_marq · 05-10-2005, 12:43 PM

Man I always feel kinda the opposite. After I get cleaned up my mouth feels clean, and fresh for a day or two. It's so awesome it's almost worth the discomfort I get in the dental chair.

If you are having dry mouth and such after cleanings I would ask the dentist if the flouride (or other chemical) might be to blame and if there is any alternative.

In the meantime, the only thing I can suggest to get a bad taste out of your mouth is another bad taste...maybe a few shots of tequila?

BAMF · 05-10-2005, 02:37 PM

My mouth gets really really dry most nights. I often wake up with my teeth covered in dried blood from my gums. Its really really disgusting and morning breath that could kill a turtle.

I found that using mouthwash right before I went to sleep helped somewhat. My guns still bleed, but not as much.

BAMF · 05-10-2005, 02:38 PM

gums, not guns

thingstodo · 05-12-2005, 08:01 AM

If your gums are bleeding you have other problems. Perhaps another dentist? They shouldn't be bleeding after a cleaning unless there is gum disease, which you should/could be treating.

Joan of Arc · 05-12-2005, 11:05 AM

If you have to wait to see the Dentist again, try swishing your mouth with a peroxide mixture. Good for the gums. And use dental floss daily.

Use a soft toothbrush. And see your dentist again.

popo · 05-12-2005, 03:08 PM

Redlemon: no idea. sorry.

BAMF: apply some vaseline on your gums before you go to sleep. try it.

Redlemon · 05-13-2005, 05:57 AM

Wow, even the dentist has never heard of this. I must be crazy. Ah well, might as well enjoy it...

Ambient1 · 05-18-2005, 06:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BAMF

My mouth gets really really dry most nights. I often wake up with my teeth covered in dried blood from my gums. Its really really disgusting and morning breath that could kill a turtle.

I found that using mouthwash right before I went to sleep helped somewhat. My guns still bleed, but not as much.

I would recommend against using mouthwash if you are having problems with a dry mouth. The alcohol in mouthwash only exacerbates the problem.

Cereberus · 05-22-2005, 11:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BAMF

My mouth gets really really dry most nights. I often wake up with my teeth covered in dried blood from my gums. Its really really disgusting and morning breath that could kill a turtle.

I found that using mouthwash right before I went to sleep helped somewhat. My guns still bleed, but not as much.

Bleeding gums are a problem.

If your mouth gets that dry, you may be a "mouth breather" as well. Any sinus trouble?

05-10-2005, 12:36 PM	#1 (permalink)
Redlemon Devoted Donor Location: New England	Post-dental cleaning blahs I just had my 6-month dental checkup and cleaning, and as usual, I have a serious blah feeling in my mouth. The primary issue is a strong feeling of drymouth, and drinking water doesn't get rid of it. I get this every time, and it usually affects my sleep that night. So, before I go to sleep tonight, does anyone else get this feeling after a dental cleaning, and does anyone know how to get rid of this feeling? __________________ I can't read your signature. Sorry.

05-10-2005, 12:43 PM	#2 (permalink)
the_marq All hail the Mountain King Location: Black Mesa	Man I always feel kinda the opposite. After I get cleaned up my mouth feels clean, and fresh for a day or two. It's so awesome it's almost worth the discomfort I get in the dental chair. If you are having dry mouth and such after cleanings I would ask the dentist if the flouride (or other chemical) might be to blame and if there is any alternative. In the meantime, the only thing I can suggest to get a bad taste out of your mouth is another bad taste...maybe a few shots of tequila? __________________ The Truth: Johnny Cash could have kicked Bruce Lee's ass if he wanted to. #3 in a series

05-12-2005, 08:01 AM	#5 (permalink)
thingstodo A Storm Is Coming Location: The Great White North	If your gums are bleeding you have other problems. Perhaps another dentist? They shouldn't be bleeding after a cleaning unless there is gum disease, which you should/could be treating. __________________ If you're wringing your hands you can't roll up your shirt sleeves. Stangers have the best candy.

05-12-2005, 11:05 AM	#6 (permalink)
Joan of Arc Tilted	If you have to wait to see the Dentist again, try swishing your mouth with a peroxide mixture. Good for the gums. And use dental floss daily. Use a soft toothbrush. And see your dentist again. __________________ "Insanity and Genius are on the same side of the street"

05-13-2005, 05:57 AM	#8 (permalink)
Redlemon Devoted Donor Location: New England	Wow, even the dentist has never heard of this. I must be crazy. Ah well, might as well enjoy it... __________________ I can't read your signature. Sorry.

05-10-2005, 02:37 PM	#3 (permalink)
BAMF Crazy	My mouth gets really really dry most nights. I often wake up with my teeth covered in dried blood from my gums. Its really really disgusting and morning breath that could kill a turtle. I found that using mouthwash right before I went to sleep helped somewhat. My guns still bleed, but not as much.

05-10-2005, 02:38 PM	#4 (permalink)
BAMF Crazy	gums, not guns

05-12-2005, 03:08 PM	#7 (permalink)
popo Psycho	Redlemon: no idea. sorry. BAMF: apply some vaseline on your gums before you go to sleep. try it.