A lot of people
wrongly assume that just because the materials used in cosmetic dentistry
procedures are synthetic, they don’t need as much care as natural teeth do.
This is far from the truth as even synthetic oral implements need to be cleaned
and maintained so they don’t lose their functionality.
Here are some tips to help you enjoy the benefits of your cosmetic dentistry procedure for longer period of time:
Teeth Whitening
This is one of
the most common procedures requested under cosmetic dentistry. Teeth enamel are
highly susceptible to stains from the food and drinks you have, and even habits
such as smoking. Sugar, caffeine, and nicotine are some of the usual suspects
in discoloring and staining your teeth.
If you have
undergone a whitening procedure already, the best way to keep your teeth
looking bright and healthy for longer is to lessen or avoid entirely the types
of food that caused the problem the first time around. It’s understandable that
you can’t simply stop drinking coffee altogether because you want to keep your
teeth pristine white, so in that case, a compromise will just have to be made.
Practicing good and regular oral hygiene is the best option left for you, and
of course, keeping your appointment with your dentist.
Other Dental Restorations
Veneers,
implants, or inlays all require a certain amount of time to “heal” or settle.
In the meantime, you should avoid biting hard objects to avoid prematurely
dislodging whatever application was recently placed. Also, avoid drinking
alcohol because it can affect the glue material that keeps the application in
place. It’s better if you wait until you’re sure everything is settled before
you go back to your regular dining habits.
Full recovery
also varies from patient to patient, but you can consult with your dentist to
have a clear estimate of how long it will probably take for your case given
your dental history and the particular procedure you received.
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