Yes at the time of the incident it was just the bare metal ones but I went out the next day and got the rubber tipped ones. That's why I kept looking at her mouth for signs of injury. I also watched her mouth area for a couple days after for any signs of swelling or anything and everything seemed ok. And yes I have learned to calm myself in those situations. L.O.L I really hope they don't tell me on Friday that's what caused it.