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Caring For Your Smile After Your Dental Hygiene Visit

Leaving Practice 32 in Colorado Springs after your professional dental cleaning, your mouth feels incredibly fresh and smooth! To make the most of that clean feeling and support your oral health long-term, there are a few simple things to keep in mind immediately following your appointment with our dental hygienists.

What to Expect Immediately After

• Temporary Sensitivity: It’s not uncommon to experience some mild sensitivity to hot or cold for a short time after a cleaning, especially if significant tartar was removed or if you received Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) which thoroughly cleans surfaces. This usually subsides within a day or two.
• Slight Gum Tenderness: Your gums might feel slightly tender, particularly if there was inflammation (gingivitis) present or if deeper cleaning was performed. Gentle brushing and flossing are still important.

Tips for Post-Cleaning Care

• Wait to Eat/Drink (If Fluoride Applied): If your hygienist applied a fluoride varnish, they likely advised you to wait about 30 minutes before eating or drinking to allow for maximum absorption. Follow their specific instructions.
• Be Gentle: Brush gently with a soft-bristled toothbrush and floss carefully the evening after your cleaning, especially if your gums feel tender.
• Rinse if Needed: A simple warm salt water rinse (1/2 teaspoon salt in 8oz warm water) can sometimes soothe tender gums. Avoid alcohol-based mouthwashes immediately after cleaning, as they can be irritating.
• Maintain Your Routine: The most important thing is to continue the excellent home care habits discussed during your visit! Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste and clean between your teeth (floss or other aids) once daily.
• Avoid Staining Foods (Temporarily): While not strictly necessary after most cleanings (especially GBT), if significant surface stain removal was performed, you might choose to avoid strongly colored foods/drinks (coffee, tea, red wine, berries) for the first few hours to maximize the fresh look.

When to Call Us or Your Dentist

While minor sensitivity or tenderness is normal, contact Practice 32 or your general dentist if you experience:

• Severe or prolonged pain
• Significant or worsening swelling
• Persistent bleeding beyond the first day
• Any other unusual reactions

Remember, Practice 32 focuses on preventive hygiene. Any issues requiring diagnosis or treatment beyond hygiene (like fillings, crowns etc.) would be addressed at a general dental practice or dental office.

Enjoy Your Healthy Smile!

Regular professional cleanings are fundamental to oral health. Following these simple tips helps you maintain that fresh feeling and supports the preventive work done by our team.

Have questions after your cleaning? Call Practice 32 in Colorado Springs at 719-427-4733!

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Lisa.★★★★★
I highly recommend Practice 32. Olivia is very knowledgeable. She has state of the art equipment and takes the time to explain what she is doing, explains how to properly floss and how to take the best care of your teeth. Very different from any other teeth cleaning I’ve ever experienced! Definitely check out Practice 32!


Jerome★★★★★
When I went to Practice 32, I found Olivia to be very professional and friendly. The office was immaculate, beautifully decorated and calming. Olivia spent more time than any other dental hygienist I had been to explaining her process and how to better care for my teeth…


Joe★★★★★
Not only are my teeth super clean, I learned so much in how to properly clean my teeth. Trust me, I thought I knew what I was doing but Olivia showed me the way!! If you want great care and knowledge, go see Olivia. Wouldn’t go anywhere else!!


Michelle★★★★★
This was the most pleasant and relaxing dental cleaning that I’ve ever had. Olivia was patient and kind, and explained the process and the equipment. I found it both interesting and informative! I appreciate that she was also able to take X-rays, which can be sent to my new dentist. Olivia will be my hygienist from here on out. Thank you!


Rose★★★★★
Olivia is a wonderful! This is the first time I’ve used the guided biofilm therapy, and my teeth felt so much cleaner than a traditional cleaning. Highly recommend!

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