After getting dental restorations such as fillings, implants, crowns, or root canals, it is important to follow any aftercare instructions given by the dentist. Doing so can help avoid damaging the restoration and causing further harm to the mouth. It can also allow the mouth to heal quickly and properly. Here are some tips commonly recommended by dental professionals.
Especially for the first few days after having an oral restoration, it is critical to pay attention to the mouth. Following these tips can help the mouth heal properly as fast as possible.
Teeth can be weakened or damaged by excessively eating hard or sticky foods. The following foods are known to be difficult for even the healthiest of teeth:
Teeth still healing from dental restorations can be more susceptible to damage from these types of foods. Even after a restoration has healed, eat foods like this sparingly to avoid popping out a filling or chipping a crown.
A filling can fall out and veneers or a crown can be damaged by subconscious habits such as clenching or grinding the teeth. Wearing a mouthguard at night, or even during the day if the habit is significant, can protect the teeth and any restorations against faster-than-necessary wear and tear. It can also help to wear a mouthguard while playing contact sports or engaging in other activities that could possibly cause trauma to the mouth.
Since restoration procedures can be at least partially invasive, the mouth can be particularly vulnerable to bacteria afterward. Especially if the mouth is sore after treatment, it can be tempting to avoid brushing the teeth or flossing. However, doing so can allow bacteria to infiltrate the mouth and gums and cause inflammation or even infection. Paying special attention to oral hygiene after restoration can help expedite the healing process.
Chewing puts pressure on the teeth and gums. After a dental procedure, putting pressure on that part of the mouth can feel uncomfortable and cause unnecessary stress to a new restoration. Especially when a filling, implant, or other restoration is fresh, putting too much pressure in that area can possibly impact how it heals. It may cause it to heal improperly or slowly. Try to avoid chewing with teeth that have been worked on to allow them to heal correctly.
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Caring properly for teeth after all types of dental restorations helps ensure the success of the procedures and a swift healing process. When time and money are spent on oral improvements, taking good care of the teeth after treatment can be a wonderful way to protect the investment and make sure the restorations last as long as possible.
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