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What Causes A Hole In Gums?

My 6 year old daughter has a hole in what looks like her gums between her 1st molar and the tooth in front of it. She says its not sore or uncomfortable at all. She has her 1st (yes she's never been to the dentist because she is so scared she won't even let the doctor examine her mouth) check up on Feb 19. I'm cleaning the hole out 2x a day with a pick, is that ok? Why does she have the hole? And do I need to take her to the dentist sooner?
Thank you!
Mon, 14 Apr 2014
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Hi. Welcome to Healthcaremagic.
I read your query. You mentioned the age of your daughter 6 yrs. The first permanent molars are newly erupted at this time. So the surrounding gums may be loose. Also, chances are she might have lostvher adjacent primary tooth recently which left the space.
If the hole is not painful or leaking, just observe it for 2-3 days. It will start closing. Maintaing good oral hygiene. Brushing twice a day, rinsing properly after eating. Pay attention that no food is left sticking in that area. Give healthy diet.
If it persists or show symptoms, show her to dentist for further check up.
Hope the answer helps you. Thank you.
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What Causes A Hole In Gums?

Hi. Welcome to Healthcaremagic. I read your query. You mentioned the age of your daughter 6 yrs. The first permanent molars are newly erupted at this time. So the surrounding gums may be loose. Also, chances are she might have lostvher adjacent primary tooth recently which left the space. If the hole is not painful or leaking, just observe it for 2-3 days. It will start closing. Maintaing good oral hygiene. Brushing twice a day, rinsing properly after eating. Pay attention that no food is left sticking in that area. Give healthy diet. If it persists or show symptoms, show her to dentist for further check up. Hope the answer helps you. Thank you.