Why Does Food Keep Getting Stuck Between My Teeth?
Same spot every time you eat? There may be a reason.
You finish eating, run your tongue over your teeth, and there it is again.
Food stuck in the exact same spot.
Getting food caught between your teeth once in a while is normal. But when it happens again and again in the same place, there may be something causing it.
At Pomona Smile Studio, we can check the area and find out why it keeps happening.
Why Does Food Keep Getting Stuck There?
Sometimes two teeth have a small space that lets food squeeze between them. But that’s not the only reason.
It can also happen because of a filling or crown, a cavity, teeth that have shifted, changes around your gums, or the way your teeth come together when you bite.
You can feel where the food is getting stuck, but it can be difficult to tell why without looking at the teeth.
Is It a Big Deal?
It might feel like a small annoyance at first.
But if food keeps packing into the same area, that spot can become harder to keep clean.
You may start noticing:
- Sore or bleeding gums
- Sensitivity
- Bad breath
- A bad taste
- Discomfort when you chew
If food and plaque continue collecting there, the teeth and gums around that area may eventually need treatment.
🟡 GOOD TO KNOW
Food getting stuck doesn’t automatically mean you have a cavity.
There are several possible causes. That’s why it’s better to have the area checked instead of assuming what’s wrong.
Should I Keep Flossing It Out?
Yes—keep the area clean.
Floss can help remove food between your teeth. Depending on the area, a water flosser may also help.
What you don’t want to do is repeatedly dig into your gums with something sharp.
And remember:
Floss gets the food out. It doesn’t fix what’s making the food get stuck.
What If It Started After a Filling or Crown?
Tell us.
That’s useful information for Dr. Lin.
She can check the filling or crown, the space between the teeth, your gums, and your bite to see what’s happening.
You shouldn’t have to automatically accept flossing the same spot after every meal as your new normal.
What If It Doesn’t Hurt?
You don’t need to wait for pain.
If you’re constantly noticing food in one particular spot, we can check it before it turns into a bigger problem.
Sometimes the solution is simple. Other times, the area may need treatment.
The first step is finding out what’s actually causing it.
Tired of Flossing the Same Spot?
Show us where the food keeps getting stuck.
Dr. Juddy Lin can check the area and explain what’s causing it and what your options are.
Let’s Find the Real Reason
Schedule your appointment with Pomona Smile Studio today.
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