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Does anyone ever gag while brushing their teeth or flossing?...m

I have such a sensitive gag reflext it is pathetic. I gag when I stick the toothbrush to the back or floss my back teeth. Since I have been banded (4/5), I have made sure to be so very careful, but I have gagged a few times. It is not violent, but it still happens. Does anyone else have this problem? This is making me worry my band will slip. Anyone with any advice?

TIA

Jacky

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    I gag sometimes when I brush the top back teeth, and brush my tonge, but, not to the point where I throw up or anything. I don't know how severe your gag reflex is, but, it would have to be extremely severe for you band to slip. I would talk to your dentist about your situation and see if he/she recommends another way to brush or floss that might help

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