{"id":237,"date":"2021-12-04T01:25:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-04T01:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/?p=237"},"modified":"2022-02-02T01:26:08","modified_gmt":"2022-02-02T01:26:08","slug":"what-do-i-do-when-an-object-is-stuck-between-my-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/2021\/12\/04\/what-do-i-do-when-an-object-is-stuck-between-my-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"What Do I Do When There\u2019s an Object Stuck Between My Teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"300\" height=\"189\" src=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/AdobeStock_194235407__1643764434_25862-300x189.jpg\" alt=\"Woman using a toothpick\" class=\"wp-image-238\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/AdobeStock_194235407__1643764434_25862-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/AdobeStock_194235407__1643764434_25862-768x484.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/AdobeStock_194235407__1643764434_25862.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Unless you were to move to an all-gelatin diet, which is not recommended, sometimes you are going to have to respond to an object stuck between your teeth. You may think of a TV show where someone has gotten broccoli stuck in their teeth, but there are times when an object like a nut can cause discomfort when it gets stuck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Different situations may require different solutions, depending on the particular object stuck between teeth. Keep reading for suggestions from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">your emergency dentist in Willow Grove<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t Use Your Fork<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It may seem tempting and easy to use the tine of your fork to remove the object, however, this can be harmful to your smile. You could end up accidentally cutting your gums or harming your protective enamel. Ultimately, you shouldn\u2019t be using anything metal to scrape at your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use a Toothpick<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Toothpicks aren\u2019t nearly as hard or damaging on the teeth as a fork tine, but you still need to be careful. Use a wooden toothpick and gently slide it between the two teeth where the item is lodged. Push firmly and slowly to try to create space for the food to escape. Rinsing with warm water can help to move this along.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use Your Tongue<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to tasting your food, your tongue can be a handy tool when it comes to dislodging food from between the teeth. However, you shouldn\u2019t overdo it. When you overwork your tongue, you can cause jaw pain. Be sure to be gentle and don\u2019t work on it forever. If your tongue just isn\u2019t doing the trick, try swishing some water or mouthwash around your mouth to rinse it out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Paper Toothpicks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t have any toothpicks on hand, you could make your own out of paper. Take a thin piece of paper and fold the corners to make a triangle. Poke the pointed end between the teeth with food stuck between them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eat Crunchy Food<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Crunchy fruits and veggies can help to get rid of unwanted leftovers that are stuck between the teeth. Try munching on some carrot sticks or apple slices. Ultimately, these high-fiber fruits and veggies are like nature\u2019s toothbrush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Try Dental Floss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You shouldn\u2019t drag floss with force over food particles that are stuck in your teeth. It can be tempting just to push it really hard, but you could end up pushing the object beneath the gumline, causing you to require emergency dental care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">See Your Dentist About an Object Stuck Between Your Teeth <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have tried everything and still can\u2019t get the stubborn object out from between your teeth, give <a href=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/our-services.html\">your Willow Grove dentist<\/a> a call. You may need some professional help, especially if there is bleeding or inflammation involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone hates to have food stuck between their teeth, but if it happens to you, try the tips listed above. You will have relief in no time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/about-us.html\">Advanced Smile Design<\/a>, our goal is to provide you with top-notch, personalized dental care as you relax during the process. We offer evening hours multiple days per week to accommodate your busy schedule. We welcome patients of all ages and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/meet-dr-patel.html\">Dr. Krunal Patel<\/a> can provide an array of treatments at his office location. Whether you need an emergency dentist to remove something stuck between your teeth or any other type of oral care treatment, we\u2019ll be ready to help. You can schedule an appointment on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by calling (215) 659-3334.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Unless you were to move to an all-gelatin diet, which is not recommended, sometimes you are going to have to respond to an object stuck between your teeth. 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