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After Treatment Do's & Don'ts

What you do in the hours and days after your dental treatment is just as important as the procedure itself. Follow these instructions to heal faster, avoid complications, and get the best results.

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After Root Canal Treatment (RCT)

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What to Do
  • โ€บTake prescribed medicines (antibiotics + painkillers) exactly as directed โ€” complete the full course
  • โ€บEat soft foods like dal, rice, curd, or khichdi for the first 2โ€“3 days
  • โ€บBrush gently around the treated tooth โ€” use a soft-bristled brush
  • โ€บRinse gently with warm salt water (1/4 tsp salt in a glass of warm water) twice daily from Day 2
  • โ€บRest and keep stress low โ€” your body heals faster when relaxed
  • โ€บReturn for your crown (cap) appointment as scheduled โ€” this step is critical
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What to Avoid
  • โ€บDo NOT chew on the treated side until your crown is placed โ€” the tooth is fragile without it
  • โ€บDo NOT eat hard, crunchy, or sticky foods (biscuits, chips, toffees) for at least a week
  • โ€บDo NOT skip the crown appointment โ€” an uncrowned RCT tooth will crack over time
  • โ€บDo NOT ignore if pain worsens significantly after Day 3 โ€” call us immediately
  • โ€บDo NOT apply hot water or heat packs on the jaw in the first 24 hours
  • โ€บDo NOT smoke โ€” tobacco delays healing and increases infection risk
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Important: Mild soreness for 2โ€“3 days after RCT is completely normal and expected. It is the tooth settling. If severe pain persists beyond Day 4, please call the clinic.

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After Tooth Extraction (Including Wisdom Tooth)

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What to Do
  • โ€บBite gently but firmly on the gauze pad placed by your dentist for 30โ€“45 minutes to control bleeding
  • โ€บApply an ice pack or cold cloth on your cheek for 20 minutes on, 20 minutes off โ€” only on Day 1
  • โ€บKeep your head elevated when lying down โ€” use an extra pillow
  • โ€บEat only soft, cool foods: curd, mashed dal, bananas, ice cream โ€” for the first 2 days
  • โ€บFrom Day 2 onwards, rinse gently with warm salt water after meals (do NOT rinse on Day 1)
  • โ€บTake all prescribed medicines on time, even if you feel no pain
  • โ€บKeep the area clean โ€” brush your other teeth normally, avoid the extraction site
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What to Avoid
  • โ€บDo NOT spit forcefully for 48 hours โ€” this dislodges the blood clot and causes "dry socket"
  • โ€บDo NOT use a straw for 48 hours โ€” the suction action disturbs the healing clot
  • โ€บDo NOT smoke for at least 72 hours โ€” nicotine prevents clot formation and causes severe dry socket
  • โ€บDo NOT eat hot, spicy, or hard foods for the first 3 days
  • โ€บDo NOT rinse or gargle vigorously on Day 1 โ€” let the clot stabilize
  • โ€บDo NOT poke the extraction site with your tongue or fingers โ€” bacteria transfers easily
  • โ€บDo NOT exercise or do heavy physical activity for 24 hours โ€” it increases bleeding
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Important: Dry socket is the most common complication โ€” it happens when the blood clot is dislodged before the wound heals. Symptoms: severe throbbing pain starting Day 3โ€“4, often radiating to the ear. If this happens, call us immediately โ€” it is easily treated at the clinic.

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After Dental Implant Surgery

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What to Do
  • โ€บRest completely for the first 24 hours โ€” full physical rest supports bone healing
  • โ€บApply ice packs on the cheek (20 min on, 20 off) on Day 1 to reduce swelling
  • โ€บEat a soft diet strictly for the first 7โ€“10 days: curd, soft dal, mashed foods, eggs
  • โ€บAfter 24 hours, rinse gently with warm salt water after every meal
  • โ€บBrush all other teeth as normal โ€” keep your mouth very clean to prevent infection
  • โ€บAttend all follow-up appointments โ€” these are not optional for implant success
  • โ€บKeep the implant site completely undisturbed โ€” the bone is actively bonding to the titanium
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What to Avoid
  • โ€บDo NOT smoke for at least 2 weeks (ideally permanently) โ€” smoking is the leading cause of implant failure
  • โ€บDo NOT drink alcohol for 72 hours โ€” it thins the blood and slows healing
  • โ€บDo NOT eat hard, crunchy, or chewy foods near the implant site for 6โ€“8 weeks
  • โ€บDo NOT use straws for 48 hours
  • โ€บDo NOT exercise vigorously for 48โ€“72 hours
  • โ€บDo NOT skip your antibiotic course even if you feel completely fine
  • โ€บDo NOT disturb the surgical site with your tongue or fingers
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Important: The implant bone healing (osseointegration) takes 3โ€“6 months. Swelling and mild discomfort in the first week is normal. Report any sudden pain, significant swelling, or looseness of the implant immediately.

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After Scaling & Gum Treatment

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What to Do
  • โ€บRinse with warm salt water gently, twice a day for the first 3 days
  • โ€บUse a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste โ€” brush gently but thoroughly
  • โ€บUse the mouth rinse prescribed by your dentist (if any) for 1 week
  • โ€บEat normally โ€” soft, warm foods preferred on Day 1 if gums feel tender
  • โ€บFloss gently every day โ€” this is now more important than ever for gum health maintenance
  • โ€บBook a follow-up cleaning as advised โ€” usually every 3โ€“6 months to maintain gum health
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What to Avoid
  • โ€บDo NOT eat very hard or crunchy foods on the day of scaling if gums are sore
  • โ€บDo NOT use a hard-bristled toothbrush โ€” it damages healing gum tissue
  • โ€บDo NOT smoke โ€” tobacco reverses gum treatment benefits rapidly
  • โ€บDo NOT ignore tooth sensitivity after scaling โ€” it is temporary (1โ€“2 weeks) and normal as tartar was removed exposing root surfaces
  • โ€บDo NOT skip your next dental cleaning appointment โ€” gum disease returns if maintenance is neglected
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Important: Mild sensitivity to hot and cold is normal for 1โ€“2 weeks after scaling โ€” root surfaces that were covered by tartar are now exposed. This settles on its own. Use a sensitivity toothpaste if needed.

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After Teeth Whitening

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What to Do
  • โ€บFollow the "white diet" for 48 hours โ€” eat only white or light-coloured foods
  • โ€บWhite diet safe foods: plain rice, curd, white bread, bananas, chicken breast, fish, milk, water
  • โ€บUse a sensitivity toothpaste (like Sensodyne) for 1 week if teeth feel sensitive
  • โ€บBrush gently with a soft toothbrush twice daily as normal
  • โ€บMaintain results by brushing immediately after drinking tea, coffee, or coloured drinks
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What to Avoid
  • โ€บDo NOT consume tea, coffee, red wine, cola, or any coloured drinks for 48 hours โ€” the enamel pores are open and stain deeply right after whitening
  • โ€บDo NOT eat turmeric (haldi), curries, tomato sauce, berries, or any brightly pigmented foods for 48 hours
  • โ€บDo NOT smoke for at least 24โ€“48 hours โ€” nicotine stains immediately
  • โ€บDo NOT use a straw โ€” it does not fully protect from staining and creates uneven exposure
  • โ€บDo NOT eat very hot or very cold foods if sensitivity is present โ€” give it 48 hours to settle
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Important: The whitening effect peaks at 48โ€“72 hours after the procedure. Sensitivity during this period is normal and temporary. Avoid coloured foods strictly in this window โ€” it makes a significant difference to how long results last.

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After Braces Fitting / Adjustment

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What to Do
  • โ€บEat only soft foods for the first 3โ€“5 days after fitting or each adjustment: dal, curd, soft roti, mashed foods
  • โ€บTake over-the-counter pain relief (paracetamol) as needed for the first 1โ€“3 days โ€” soreness is completely normal
  • โ€บUse orthodontic wax on any bracket or wire that is irritating the inside of your cheek โ€” apply a small ball of wax over it
  • โ€บRinse with warm salt water if any gum or cheek irritation develops
  • โ€บBrush after every single meal using a soft brush and interdental (bottle) brush around brackets
  • โ€บFor clear aligners: wear them for 20โ€“22 hours every day without exception
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What to Avoid
  • โ€บDo NOT eat hard foods: raw carrots, apples (cut them instead), hard biscuits, papad, popcorn, nuts โ€” these bend or break brackets
  • โ€บDo NOT eat sticky foods: chewing gum, toffees, jalebi, gulab jamun โ€” they pull brackets off
  • โ€บDo NOT skip wearing your aligners โ€” every hour missed extends your total treatment time
  • โ€บDo NOT ignore a broken or detached bracket โ€” call the clinic within 2 days for a repair
  • โ€บDo NOT use teeth as tools (opening packets, biting nails) โ€” this damages brackets
  • โ€บDo NOT eat or drink (except plain water) with aligners in place
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Important: Soreness after each adjustment visit (every 4โ€“6 weeks) lasts 2โ€“4 days and reduces over time as your teeth get used to movement. First-week soreness after initial fitting is the strongest โ€” it gets easier every month.

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