After tooth decay occurs, many people choose to improve it by filling their teeth, and after filling their teeth, patients may experience tooth hypersensitivity. In fact, this is a very A common reaction, because the teeth after filling may be more sensitive to stimuli such as temperature and pressure. Generally speaking, this phenomenon tends to disappear on its own within a few weeks, and during these weeks, the patient only needs to Avoid irritating the filled tooth. However, if the phenomenon of tooth hypersensitivity still cannot be relieved within 3-4 weeks, it is recommended to contact the dentist in time, and adjust the treatment plan appropriately under the advice and guidance of the dentist.
For patients who have filled their teeth, how should they take care of their teeth after fillings? In this regard, dentists said that everyone often needs to pay attention to the following 4 aspects.
1. Pay attention to the strength of brushing
After filling the teeth, You need to pay special attention to the strength of brushing your teeth. Once you brush your teeth too hard, it may cause secondary damage to your teeth. At the same time, you should not brush your teeth too fast, otherwise it will cause damage to your teeth and gums. In addition, everyone needs to pay attention to the fact that it is best not to brush your teeth immediately on the day of filling, which can effectively prevent the filling material from falling off.
2. Pay attention to control diet
Because the teeth are more sensitive after filling, Therefore, it is not recommended for everyone to eat hot or cold food. At the same time, although fillings can restore the shape of the teeth, the chewing function of the teeth will be reduced. In this case, it is best not to eat too hard food, otherwise the filling materials may be damaged. Bad for dental health.
3. Pay attention to oral hygiene
Although fillings can To a certain extent, dental caries can be controlled, but if you do not pay attention to oral hygiene, it is possible to induce caries again. Therefore, in daily life, we must do a good job of oral hygiene and care. On weekdays, it is best for everyone to rinse their mouths after meals and brush their teeth in the morning and evening. Only in this way can oral health be guaranteed.
4. Treat discomfort in time
After filling, If there is a slight pain, the patient can observe it by himself for a period of time. Generally speaking, after a period of recovery, some pain will disappear on its own. If the pain is not relieved, but further aggravated, then you should go to the hospital for examination in time to find out the cause and treat it in time.
As the saying goes: “If you don’t fill a small hole, a big hole will suffer.” When tooth decay occurs in the oral cavity, everyone should treat and repair it in time. If it is allowed to develop freely , it will lead to more and more serious tooth decay, and eventually lead to the loss of normal occlusal function of the entire tooth. When tooth decay is more serious, patients often need to undergo root canal treatment. During the treatment process, the patient will not only suffer greater pain, but also cost a lot of treatment costs. In order to avoid this situation, it is best for everyone to do a good job in oral cleaning on weekdays, and pay attention to regular inspection of oral health. Once a problem is found, it is best to treat it in time.
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