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Results 1 - 7 of 7 for Gum
  1. ... dental exams are important for healthy teeth and gums. At most exams, your teeth will be cleaned, ... part of a checkup of your teeth and gums. When you see your dentist for a checkup, ...
  2. ... in 24 hours) Bleeding from the nose or gums Vomiting blood or blood in stool (poop) Feeling ...
  3. ... a blood test, you also should not : Chew gum Smoke Exercise How long do I have to ...
  4. ... Blurred or double vision and blind spots Bleeding gums and heavy bleeding from small cuts What happens ...
  5. ... professional will wipe a special swab along your gums. If you are doing an at-home test, ...
  6. ... increase albumin in urine, including: Urinary tract infections Gum infections (periodontitis) Hepatitis Your test results may also ...
  7. ... you should not eat, drink, smoke, or chew gum for 30 minutes before the test. If you ...