Sometimes teeth are sensitive to heat and cold after tooth treatment. This should not last long, but only when the mouth is kept clean. If the mouth is not kept clean, the sensitivity will remain unchanged and may become more serious. If your teeth are particularly sensitive, consult your doctor. They may recommend a drug-containing toothpaste or mouthwash specifically for sensitive teeth.
Choose oral hygiene products
There are so many products in the market that can become confused and the choice between all products can be difficult. Here are some suggestions for choosing a dental care product that is suitable for most patients.
Automatic and "high-tech" electronic toothbrushes are safe and effective for most patients. The oral irrigator (water jet) will rinse your mouth thoroughly but will not remove the plaque. You need to brush your teeth and use dental floss with the flusher. We saw the remarkable results of electric toothbrushes called Rotadent and Interplak.
Some toothbrushes have a rubber tip on the handle, which is used to massage the gums after brushing. There is also an interbrush (interproximal toothbrush) to clean your teeth. If these are used improperly, you may hurt the gums, so discuss with your doctor about proper use.
Fluoride toothpaste and mouthwash, if used with brushing and flossing, can reduce caries by up to 40%. Keep in mind that children under the age of 6 are not advised to use these rinses. Tartar control toothpaste can reduce tartar over the gum line, but gum disease starts below the gum line, so these products have not been proven to reduce the early stages of gum disease.
Anti-plaque rinses approved by the American Dental Association contain drugs that may help control early gum disease. Use these with brushing and flossing.
