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Recently I had a tooth filing, now I brush two times a day but still there is sensitivity in my tooth when I drink cold water , also bad breath is still there. What should I do?
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Bad breath or halitosis is often the result of gum disease and tooth decay.
Dental issues can encourage bacteria to hide in cavities or pockets around the gums caused by conditions such as gingivitis and periodontal disease.
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Visit dentist.
Get professional cleaning done.
Follow proper dental hygiene instructions.
Floss regularly.
Use mouth wash recommended by your dentist.
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Dr. Panna Mangat
Dentist
17 yrs exp
Delhi
If sensitivity is in the same tooth you had filling in then first get radiograph done for the same tooth to make sure it isn't approaching the pulp. If it isn't get the filling redone. All this depends on radio graphic examination. Bad breath can be bcoz of calculus n tartar or can be related to gastric issues or less water intake n long gaps in meals. So would need history to specify the cause
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A radiograph is must n history
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Dr. Prachi Kothari Shah
Dentist
16 yrs exp
Mumbai
Sometimes it could be a deep filling which has not bonded well. You could revisit your dentist to get that checked. You can also try applying a small amount of Colgate sensitive prorelief or plus toothpaste over the sensitive spot for 1-2 mins and rinse it off. Use for few days and see if sensitivity reduces or visit your dentist again.
There are various reasons for bad breath. Try tongue cleaning too and can use a mouthwash as an adjunct. If the problem persists, you need to visit your dentist again
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Sensitivity may be due to wearing away of outer protective layer of enamel. For that you can start using toothpaste like colgate sensitive prorelief or sensodyne. And for bad breath get scaling polishing done. Also start using tongue cleaner to remove debris from tongue which also lesds to bad breath. Use interdental aids like floss or proxabrush to remove debris in between two teeth.
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