Almost every person has at least one filling. They are used to protect the tooth from decay. After all, if there is a hole in it, then pieces of food will accumulate there, leading to decay. And this is the reason for its destruction, which is desirable to avoid. For this, a light seal is often installed. How long can you eat after that? The answer to this question is presented in the article.
Benefits
The installation of a light seal has its advantages in comparison with other types:
- Due to excellent ductility and hardening under ultraviolet light, the doctor can slowly restore a damaged crown, restoring even a damaged tooth.
- The material has a slight toxicity, due to which it is used at different ages and for various problems with internal organs.
- Composite can be polished for a perfect smooth surface.
- Due to the large number of colors, the lightfillings do not spoil the aesthetic appearance.
- Service life is 5 years.
Although these fillings have many advantages, they are not used for filling hard-to-reach areas. The composite has a high cost compared to other types. It cannot be installed as a temporary option.
Types of fillings
Light fillings are available for anteriors and molars:
- The first look uses fine particle composites to preserve the beauty of the smile and maintain its aesthetic appearance.
- For molars, compositions are made from a composite with large particles. For these teeth, functionality is considered important so that they are stable when chewing food.
Whatever type of filling is placed, you must follow the recommendations for caring for your teeth, which will be provided by the doctor. Light fillings, like others, need careful treatment, and then they will last a very long time.
Indications and contraindications
It is possible to restore a tooth with a photopolymer filling in different cases, and this may not necessarily be caries. There are other diseases that destroy hard tissue and when this material can be used. You can put a light seal at:
- caries in different parts of the dentition;
- pathologies in the cervical area or root part;
- appearance of pigmentation that cannot be eliminated otherwise;
- various deficiencies of non-carious origin.
There are no contraindications to the use of such a filling. It can also be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. The nuance is only individual intolerance, that is, an allergy to the material, but this is very rare. Before installing a filling, you should consult with a specialist.
Installation
First, the dentist performs the standard procedures that are used in other types of treatment. The teeth are cleaned and then the filling is done. The composite material is taken and the lower part of the tooth is modeled. Then the composition is exposed to an ultraviolet lamp for better polymerization and solidification.
Then the tooth is polished, polished, processed with a special varnish for protection. If the filled tooth hurts during the day, then you need to see a doctor again, because something probably went wrong. After the procedure, you must follow the doctor's recommendations regarding oral care. Careful attitude extends the life of the seal.
Meal time
How long can I eat after a light filling? There is no consensus on this issue. Some dentists believe that after the procedure, you can immediately eat your favorite food, without using only coloring pigments for 2 days. This is due to their destructive effect on the teeth.
And what do others think, how long to eat after a light filling? The rest of the experts believe that it is necessary not only to limit coloring foods, but also not to eat or drink for 2 hours. This decision is explainedthe fact that even after light exposure for some time, the light filling is considered vulnerable and has a high permeability. This may damage its color.
The tooth remains sensitive for 2 hours, which can cause problems in the form of aching pain. Often such a symptom is detected in those people who have been filled with canals and killed the nerve. If a light filling is placed on the front tooth, after how long can I eat? In this case, you need to refrain for at least an hour. At this time, you can use pure or mineral water. If a light filling is installed, it is better to ask your doctor how much you can not eat.
Why shouldn't you eat right away?
Eat immediately after the light filling, then its integrity may be broken. Especially harmful at the moment will be the use of solid foods. And because of the mechanical impact, the seal loses its properties. As a result, it quickly collapses, and will not perform its main functions. Deformation of the composite material causes the filling to sink, and this causes discomfort during chewing. And sometimes the jaw can not close properly.
Metal fillings are often installed. They have silver, copper or gold. In this situation, you need to be aware that such fillings harden for a long time, moreover, they are considered harmful to the body due to the presence of mercury in the composition. After installation, it is necessary to exclude products that lead to the oxidation of materials. This also applies to snacks - the product freezes for a long time, and even a small impact damagesfilling, causing it to deform.
Plastic seals are in demand. They have a low price. But not everyone knows that pulpitis, caries, stomatitis appear under such products. Some people develop allergies. Under the plastic, the native tooth quickly rots. And since such processes are undesirable, it is better not to choose plastic fillings.
Which foods are dangerous?
It is necessary to know not only how much you can not eat after a light filling, but also what foods are allowed. This will prevent complications. After installing a light seal, you can not consume all foods and drinks. In addition to excluding coloring foods, you should not eat very cold and hot foods. Allowed use:
- green tea;
- black tea (in small quantities);
- green vegetables;
- strawberries (in small quantities);
- cherries (little);
- juices (limited);
- cereal cereals;
- vegetable oils;
- meat products.
These products will not harm your dental he alth. In this case, you should not use:
- coffee;
- beets;
- carrot;
- blueberries;
- carbonated drinks;
- cocoa, chocolate.
It should be borne in mind that very hot and cold drinks are harmful to all materials used in the healing of teeth. The use of such products leads to discoloration of the dental part, its wear.
How long can you not smoke?
OnThere is no single answer to this question either. The opinion about the yellowing of the material due to nicotine is not entirely true. Tobacco products can only stain enamel, and they do not affect the material used. Do not be afraid of discoloration due to cigarettes, especially with a light filling, which cures very quickly.
But it is important to remember that nicotine has a negative effect on healing, so after treatment it is preferable not to smoke for a day. Not all patients are able to understand the materials used in the creation of fillings. Therefore, you need to find out from the doctor how long you need to refrain from eating and smoking.
Lifetime
The period of operation of the light seal depends on:
- doctor's work quality;
- of the selected material composition;
- mouth care.
When all conditions are met, doctors provide a guarantee for 5-6 years. But it is necessary to go to a specialist in a timely manner for preventive examinations and perform hygiene procedures 2 times a day.
To maintain he althy teeth, as well as increase the strength of light fillings, fresh vegetables, fruits, and dairy products should be added to the diet. If you stop smoking, it will increase the duration of the filling and positively affect the condition of the teeth.
Can I whiten my teeth after this treatment? Such a procedure would not be possible. Artificial material is not able to succumb to professional lightening methods. Therefore, it is necessary to choose the appropriate shade of the filling so that it looksneat and aesthetic throughout the entire operation.
Are there any complications after filling?
The negative consequences include the rapid darkening of the restored crown and severe pain, which disappears after 2-3 days with the right work done. But such sensations occur even when the patient eats a few hours after treatment. But if the installation is carried out with violations, there is severe pain, swelling of the gums and adjacent tissues.
In difficult cases, people develop necrotic processes in the periosteum. When the filling was poorly ground off by the doctor, the mucous membrane is injured and the crown wears quickly. Poor installation can lead to toothache.
It is especially necessary to monitor the condition of children and pregnant women. In these patients, complications occur faster than others, and as a result, surgical procedures may be required. Timely assistance will help prevent complications.
Recommendations
To prolong the life of a filling, dentists advise following these rules:
- Do not eat food with dyes for 2-3 days. This applies to red wine, coffee, chocolate, juices, black tea.
- No solid food for 2 days.
- Don't eat food until the anesthesia wears off, as low sensitivity can cause mucosal injury.
- You should brush your teeth 2 times a day - in the morning and in the evening, and even better after each meal.
- Effective special rinses that clean the mouth and givefresh breath.
- You can use toothbrushes, floss and other oral care products. The main thing is to perform all procedures carefully.
- If you have problems with your teeth, fillings or gums, you should immediately consult a doctor. This will allow you to get rid of the problem in a timely manner.
Although some people think that it is still okay to eat immediately after a filling, it is still preferable to refrain from eating for a few hours. And then meals can be carried out as before.
Care
After installation, the light seal requires special attention. If you properly care for it, then this will extend the service life, increase the aesthetic and healing properties. To do this, you must follow the doctor's recommendations.
It is important to control your diet. It is advisable not to drink tea, coffee, carbonated drinks, pomegranate juice, blueberries, borscht. These products will stain the filling and its shade will differ from other parts of the tooth. Flour products and sweets are also preferable not to be consumed in the first 3 days after installation. And cereals, vegetables, fruits will be useful for strengthening teeth, which will extend the life of the filling.
Cost
The price of a light filling is calculated from which tooth needs to be treated. Anterior crowns are usually more expensive because more care must be taken in the work. It is also necessary to take into account the level of destruction of the affected dental area, the need for canal filling. More in costanesthesia included. To avoid any discomfort, imported drugs are used.
As a result, the minimum price is 1500-2000 rubles. In big cities and private clinics, the cost is much higher. If you do not want to install a light composite, then you must first discuss the action plan with your doctor. But today, light fillings for teeth are among the safest and non-toxic. If proper care is taken, they will not darken or fall out.
