Inflammation after professional oral hygiene

Modern methods of professional teeth cleaning are safe and comfortable for the patient. The procedure can be performed even during pregnancy.

Complex cleaning is practically painless; in very rare cases, anesthesia is required. Removal of hard dental deposits and soft plaque is carried out in several stages:

Tartar removal. First, all hard dental deposits are removed. The procedure is carried out using ultrasound.
Cleansing using the Air Flow device. Under the influence of water pressure containing abrasive particles, tooth enamel is not only cleaned of soft plaque, but also whitened to its natural shade.
Polishing. After brushing, the surface of the teeth becomes slightly rough, which will contribute to the rapid accumulation of plaque. To avoid this, the tooth surface is treated with special discs and bristles. After the procedure, the enamel becomes smooth and protected from the effects of pathogenic microflora.
Treatment with antiseptics. To prevent the spread of infection and to prevent gum inflammation, the oral cavity is treated with an antiseptic solution.
Fluoridation. After cleaning, the teeth are coated with fluoride varnish to strengthen and reduce the sensitivity of the enamel.
Applying therapeutic bandages. In case of severe gum inflammation and periodontal bleeding, special therapeutic dressings are applied. The dressings may contain antiseptics, antiviral drugs, and antibiotics.

Inflammation after cleaning

The main cause of inflammation is increased sensitivity of teeth and gums. Increased sensitivity may be an individual characteristic of the patient's body, or it may be a consequence of gum pathologies such as gingivitis, periodontitis or periodontal disease. Sometimes the cause of discomfort can be deep tartar, the removal of which caused inflammation. If you follow all the hygienist’s recommendations, the discomfort will disappear within a few hours after the procedure.

Also, the causes of inflammation after brushing can be an incorrectly selected toothbrush and toothpaste, as well as injury to soft tissues due to careless brushing of teeth. That is why it is very important to follow all the specialist’s recommendations. After brushing the teeth, the hygienist shows the patient how to brush their teeth properly. In addition, the doctor selects a brush, paste, dental floss and additional oral care products that are suitable for the patient.

Causes of enamel hyperesthesia

Many patients complain of increased sensitivity of teeth after tartar removal. The main reason for such complaints is the exposure of hard tooth tissues that were previously covered with tartar. The deposits partially reduced the impact of irritants - high and low temperatures, sour, sweet and spicy foods. Therefore, after the stone is removed, the enamel reacts more sharply to external factors.

Increased tooth sensitivity is caused by:

existing diseases of the oral cavity - caries, pulpitis,
thinning of tooth enamel in the cervical area,
non-compliance with professional cleaning rules.

To reduce the likelihood of enamel hyperesthesia, have your teeth cleaned only by qualified dentists. Contact only experienced specialists in whose professionalism you are confident.

Rehabilitation after the procedure

To prevent gum inflammation from starting after the procedure, and for the results to last for a long time, the patient is required to properly care for the oral cavity.

What is required from the patient:

Do not consume coloring foods and drinks for the first 24 hours after the procedure. These products include: colored fruits, vegetables and berries, coffee, red wine and natural juices.
Immediately after the procedure, do not drink too hot or cold drinks.
Immediately after brushing, replace the old toothbrush with a new one.
Not only use a toothbrush twice a day, but also use dental floss and irrigator at least once a day.
Be sure to visit your dentist every six months for a routine preventive examination.
Do not neglect professional teeth cleaning, undergo the procedure regularly according to the indications of a specialist. As a rule, doctors recommend undergoing a comprehensive cleaning twice a year.

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How long does the effect of the procedure last and how often should it be performed?

Patients and specialists note that the maximum duration of the effect after ultrasound treatment lasts about a year. The same time is enough to restore the enamel layer. Therefore, after a year the procedure should be carried out again. At the same time, doctors recommend that patients with a tendency to pathological plaque mineralization perform enamel cleansing with ultrasound every 6 months. You can determine the required frequency of dental hygiene yourself. If, immediately after regular daily brushing, your teeth look something like this photo on the left, then the need is ripe and it’s time to make an appointment with the dentist.

Manifestations

The following symptoms indicate an inflammatory process in the gum tissue:

redness and swelling of the gums,
bleeding when brushing teeth and eating solid foods,
bad breath,
discomfort and pain,
purulent discharge.

After removing hard plaque from teeth, pain may persist for several hours or days. If the pain does not go away over time and only gets worse, do not put off visiting a doctor.

Surgery

If the gums are severely inflamed and there are deep periodontal pockets, standard professional cleaning may not be effective. To combat inflammation in such cases, surgical treatment is indicated.

Flap surgery - cutting off the affected areas of soft tissue, removing bacterial deposits under the gum, applying sutures.
Open curettage is effective for periodontitis and is aimed at deep cleansing of periodontal pockets from granulations and tartar.

The doctor will determine the appropriate treatment tactics after examining the patient.

Clinical researches

Repeated clinical studies have proven that regular use of preventive toothpaste ASEPTA ACTIVE for a month can reduce bleeding gums by 60%, improve the overall condition of the oral cavity by 44% and reduce inflammation by 33%.

Sources:

Clinical and laboratory assessment of the influence of domestic therapeutic and prophylactic toothpaste based on plant extracts on the condition of the oral cavity in patients with simple marginal gingivitis. Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor Elovikova T.M.1, Candidate of Chemical Sciences, Associate Professor Ermishina E.Yu. 2, Doctor of Technical Sciences Associate Professor Belokonova N.A. 2 Department of Therapeutic Dentistry USMU1, Department of General Chemistry USMU2
Study of the clinical effectiveness of treatment and prophylactic agents of the Asepta line in the treatment of inflammatory periodontal diseases (A.I. Grudyanov, I.Yu. Aleksandrovskaya, V.Yu. Korzunina) A.I. GRUDYANOV, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Prof., Head of Department I.Yu. ALEXANDROVSKAYA, Ph.D. V.Yu. KORZUNINA, asp. Department of Periodontology, Central Research Institute of Dentistry and Maxillofacial Surgery, Rosmedtekhnologii, Moscow
Report on the determination/confirmation of the preventive properties of personal oral hygiene products “ASEPTA PLUS” Remineralization doctor-researcher A.A. Leontyev, head Department of Preventive Dentistry, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor S.B. Ulitovsky First St. Petersburg State Medical University named after. acad. I.P. Pavlova, Department of Preventive Dentistry
Clinical studies of antisensitive toothpaste “Asepta Sensitive” (A.A. Leontyev, O.V. Kalinina, S.B. Ulitovsky) A.A. LEONTIEV, dentist O.V. KALININA, dentist S.B. ULITOVSKY, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Prof. Department of Therapeutic Dentistry, St. Petersburg State Medical University named after. acad. I.P. Pavlova

Contraindications to the procedure

Like any medical procedure, teeth cleaning in a dental clinic has a number of limitations:

increased sensitivity;
the presence of erosion processes on the enamel;
inflammation of the oral mucosa;
history of arrhythmia;
epilepsy;
acute infectious diseases;
diabetes;
bronchial asthma, occurring in severe form;
chronic rhinitis (including runny nose due to ARVI).

Ultrasound and Air Flow services are available to patients over 14 years of age.

General recommendations

After professional hygiene, tooth enamel becomes thinner and requires at least two weeks to restore. In addition, when removing hard plaque, the gums suffer, and the degree of trauma depends on their initial condition. For successful rehabilitation and consolidation of the results obtained, dentists at the Atlantis Dental clinic recommend adhering to a set of measures.

It is necessary to use a toothbrush with soft bristles, as well as a toothpaste with an abrasiveness index (RDA) from 30 to 50 and a high content of minerals - calcium, fluoride, etc.
After each meal, the mouth is rinsed with a solution that does not contain alcohol, for example, Miramistin or Chlorhexidine. Despite the fact that ethanol is a powerful antiseptic, it irritates and dries the injured mucous membrane. This effect leads to inflammation and pain.
For rapid tissue regeneration, relief of hyperemia and bleeding of the gums, it is recommended to apply anti-inflammatory gels to the gums two to three times a day. The most effective drug is Metrogyl Denta.
The use of herbal infusions is excluded, since they contain coloring pigments and intensely stain tooth enamel.
Hygienic procedures are carried out at least twice a day. Irrigators, dental brushes and floss are used to clean the interdental spaces.
In some cases, the doctor may prescribe painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs.

For maximum effect from the procedure, regular visits to a hygienist are required - at least twice a year. Particular attention should be paid to maintaining a healthy lifestyle and choosing care products.

The appointment includes consultation and drawing up a treatment plan with cost determination

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You must refrain from any food or drinks for an hour after the procedure. If remineralization therapy was carried out, the time increases several times. The first meal may include:

soups without tomato;
dairy products;
casseroles;
boiled beef, poultry, fish;

porridge;
bananas;
vegetables after heat treatment.

During the recovery period, which takes two to three weeks, you should avoid foods with natural or artificial colors. Gradually, fresh fruits and vegetables are introduced into the diet: apples, pears, carrots, cabbage.

Plant products with a solid structure prevent plaque formation and put stress on bone tissue, which improves blood circulation.

What should you not eat after brushing your teeth?

In the first days after the procedure, consuming products with coloring pigments can cause darkening of the enamel. The following should be excluded from the diet:

tea, coffee and other drinks with dyes;
spices (turmeric, mustard, paprika, etc.);
chocolate, cocoa;
red berries (cherries, blackberries, blueberries);
beets, carrots, cabbage.

Drinks and dishes should not be very hot or cold, and you should not eat sour, spicy or too salty foods.

Caffeinated drinks - to drink or not to drink?

Tea and coffee contain tannins and coloring agents that give tooth enamel a yellow-brown tint. Therefore, after professional hygiene, you should completely exclude such products from your diet for several weeks. If necessary, drinks can be diluted with milk or water and consumed through a straw.

Is it possible to smoke?

The habit is especially harmful after professional teeth cleaning.
Resins accumulate on the enamel and around the neck of the crown, forming mineral deposits and contributing to the development of caries. Hot smoke irritates injured mucous tissues, causing bleeding gums and aggravating the inflammatory process. We strongly recommend that you avoid cigarettes, pipes, hookahs and vapes for the first 5-7 days after treatment! It is during this time that the enamel is restored and covered with a protective layer.

Alcohol is prohibited

Some types of alcohol contain dyes, so you should limit your consumption:

cocktails;
red wine;
chilled beer;
energy drinks and tonics.

Clear or light-colored drinks are allowed, but after drinking them, you must thoroughly rinse your mouth.

Teeth stones are of the following types:

Stones on teeth (synonym - hard dental deposits) are usually divided into supragingival and subgingival.

Supragingival calculus on the teeth (Fig. 1-6) – visible to the naked eye when examining the teeth, because always localized above the gum level. It may be dark or yellowish in color. A stone of such localization is not difficult to remove, which is usually carried out using ultrasound (however, very small dental plaque can also be removed using the Air-flow procedure).
Subgingival stones on teeth (Fig. 7) are localized below the gum level, and therefore they are not visible during a normal visual examination of the teeth. However, in places where subgingival dental deposits are present, the gums usually have a bluish appearance, they are swollen and bleed easily. Also, sometimes when you press on the gum in these areas, a scanty purulent discharge may be released from under it. In the photo below you can see subgingival tartar, localized in a deep periodontal pocket.
Please note that the appearance of pink gums in the photo is completely normal. But after the gums peel off, we see a small amount of tartar and a large amount of destroyed bone around it. This picture is quite common for patients with periodontitis. Finding such stones is quite difficult. Firstly, a panoramic photograph of the teeth can help the dentist with this, because it will show the level of bone tissue around the teeth (the presence of such “bone pockets”).
If there are such pockets in the image, we immediately assume the presence of subgingival tartar in this area. The second method of detecting subgingival dental plaque is associated with the use of dental instruments. For this purpose, an air “gun” is usually used, which every dental unit has. The air flow from it moves the gum away from the root of the tooth, due to which the contents of the periodontal pockets become visible to a certain depth.

It hurts to brush your teeth - what could this mean?

Normally, healthy teeth do not hurt when brushing, and in general the oral care procedure does not cause discomfort. If pain does occur, you should definitely consult a doctor to determine the cause.

Why does pain occur?

Caries, pulpitis and other dental diseases.

If you have untreated teeth in your mouth, they are likely to bother you when brushing. The closer the lesion is to the dental nerve, the more acute the pain. The only way to help in this case is to urgently consult a dentist and treat the aching tooth.

Injury.

After a fall or impact, tooth enamel may be chipped and the crown portion may be damaged. Depending on the extent of the damage, pain may be constant or occur only upon contact with the tooth - for example, when brushing with a toothbrush. After any injury where teeth may have been damaged, a visit to the dentist is mandatory. If treatment is not started in time, a serious inflammatory process may develop.

Exposing the neck of the tooth.

The neck is the area of the tooth where the crown portion meets the root. Normally, it is hidden under the gum. With inflammatory diseases of the gums, the neck is exposed, and any touch to the dentin in this area causes acute pain.

Periodontitis.

With this disease, the gums and other tissues that support the tooth become inflamed. The disease is accompanied by ongoing pain, which usually intensifies when touched.

These are just a few of the reasons that can cause tooth pain when brushing. All of them are pathological and require professional dental treatment. In most cases, after proper therapy, the pain stops and brushing your teeth ceases to cause any discomfort.