Sentences with phrase «finger against each tooth»

Gentle pressure by a finger against each tooth can reveal any looseness or even complete detachment of the tooth from the jaw and may also disclose bleeding and / or oozing of pus from surrounding gingival tissue.

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With a clean finger, gently press against your baby's gums where the tooth is trying to erupt.

Women whose hands quiver in front of the mirror, who smudge lipstick on their teeth and then a little while later inspect their fingers against the mirror.

Pet toothbrushes and toothpaste can do the job but if your cat doesn't tolerate a toothbrush, you can simply use a damp cloth to rub wrapped around your finger to rub against its teeth and gums.

I figure he must be getting some bristles against his teeth - and since he's big, strong, and willful, its about the most I can do without losing a couple of fingers.

If a canine toothpaste is not available, you can manually clean your dog's teeth by wrapping a piece of moistened gauze around your finger, dab it in baking soda, and gently rub against your dog's teeth.

Never hit or slap your pet, thump her nose, squeeze her lips against her teeth, shake her by the scruff of the neck, roll her onto her back, or force your fingers into her mouth.