I just got a tooth removed through oral surgery. Its been about 3 weeks since the surgery and my stitches have already dissolved. Ive recently noticed that there are now many white strands on top of my gum. I have no clue what these are. Is this normal?
Hello, Thank you for consulting with Chat Doctor. These white strands can be just a deposition of food debris on your gums, as after surgery you might be unable to clean the area because of stitches. So first try to clean them with wet cotton rolls, if it does not go after that also then you have to visit your dentist to get it examined. Hope it will help you.