28.12.2024

AFTER-CARE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILLINGS

tooth before and after filling

After a person has had a dental filling done, it is important to take good care of the filled tooth so that it remains in good condition and free from other problems. Here are some care instructions that you can follow to ensure that the filled tooth heals well and does not experience complications.

waiit untill the filling gets hard

1. Don't Eat or Drink Immediately

  • Avoid eating or drinking within 1 hour after the filling, as this gives the filling time to harden properly.

try to have normal drinks than hot or cold drinks

2. Avoid Hot and Cold Foods

  • After fillings, your teeth may be slightly sensitive to hot or cold temperatures. Avoid foods or drinks that are too hot or too cold for the first few days.

3. Soft Foods

  • After fillings, take soft foods such as soup, puree, or porridge to avoid putting pressure on the newly filled tooth.

     

dont eat foods that are hard to chew

4. Avoid Chewing on the Filled Tooth

  • For the first few days, try to avoid chewing food on the newly filled tooth or teeth, especially if the filling has just been done.

brush your teeth slowly and carefully

5. Proper Teeth Cleaning

  • Make sure your child continues to brush their teeth carefully, avoiding rough areas around the fillings. Use a toothbrush with soft bristles and avoid scrubbing too hard on the area.

 

what to if have toothache after doing filling

6. Reduce Pain or Sensitivity

  • If the tooth feels sensitive or hurts after filling, you can give painkillers such as paracetamol (follow the dosage recommended by the doctor or according to the child's age). Do not give aspirin to children.

make sure that you dont have any problem with filling

7. Check-ups and Follow-ups

  • Make sure your child undergoes follow-up check-ups according to the schedule set by the dentist, to ensure that the fillings are still in good condition and there are no problems.

try to not eat sweet,sugury foods

8. Avoid Foods High in or have Too Much Sugar

  • Foods like candy, chocolate, or hard foods (like nuts) may put pressure on the fillings, especially in the first few days. This can also help prevent damage to the fillings.

watch our for your kid if they have any problem with the filling

9. Watch for Signs of Complications

  • If your child experiences prolonged pain, swelling, or changes in the color of the filling, see your dentist immediately.

try to not let them chew hard things

10. Avoid Bad Habits

  • Make sure your child does not bite or chew on hard objects such as pencils, nails, or hard toys that can damage the filling.