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Sensitivity after cleaning
I have got my dental cleaning done a week ago.
I still feel sensitivity in my teeth and a Lil jaw pain.
Also I have ulcers in my mouth post the cleaning procedure
Been using Rexidin gel and Vantej toothpaste as told by the doctor.
How long would the sensitivity persist?
Any other tablets or gels to be used?
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sensitivity following scaling is normal .
should subside within 1 to 2 weeks
but if it does continue after this period
plz visit your dentist
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Why Sensitivity Happens After Cleaning
• During scaling and polishing, tartar covering the tooth surface is removed → the underlying enamel/dentin gets exposed.
• If there is gum recession or worn enamel, sensitivity may feel stronger.
• Usually this sensitivity is temporary (few days to 2 weeks) and reduces gradually.
🔹 Common Post-Cleaning Issues
• Tooth sensitivity (especially to hot, cold, sweet, or sour).
• Mild jaw discomfort (from keeping the mouth open).
• Mouth ulcers (can happen due to accidental trauma during cleaning or existing irritation).
Management
1. Continue desensitizing toothpaste (like Vantej, Sensodyne, Colgate Sensitive Pro-Relief) – brush with it twice daily, leave a little paste on sensitive teeth for 1–2 minutes before rinsing.
2. Mouth ulcer relief – Rexidin gel is fine. Alternatively, topical anesthetic gels (like Dologel CT, Mucopain) can help.
3. Avoid triggers – very hot/cold foods, acidic juices, very spicy food for a few days.
4. Warm salt water rinses – help healing of ulcers.
5. Good hydration and soft diet till ulcers heal.
• Sensitivity: usually improves in 7–14 days.
• Ulcers: generally heal within 5–7 days.
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Sensitivity after scaling is very common so , don’t worry about. It will take at least two weeks .
Use vantej pest , apply on teeth leave it for a while, brush with soft bristles brush.
Use rexidin gel , avoid to eat hot , and spicy food
Next Steps
If both problems persist for more than two week,
Kindly consult to your dentist.
Health Tips
Strictly avoid hot and spicy foods or any irritation to the ulcers.use rexidin three times before food.
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It's just a matter of few days more .. sensitivity will be gone । Apply gel prescribed by the doctor for ulcer।
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Hello
After scaling sensitivity might persist for two weeks approx
Continue using the toothpaste prescribed by the doctor
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Post scaling sensitivity is normal. It lasts about a week or 2. Vantej toothpaste is good to reduce sensitivity. You can apply the paste to the teeth and keep it for 10 seconds and then brush it off. Rexidin gel is recommended for ulcers. See them for a week, if it's not subsiding even then, please visit your dentist for further evaluation.
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to review after a week with the dentist
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Hello ma'am , if the sensitivity is persisting post scaling what you can do is apply the toothpaste ( vantej ) or use a de-sensitizing toothpaste( thermokind kf ) on all the teeth for a couple of minutes and then start brushing.
For ulcers you can rinse your mouth with warm salt water and use dologel ct locally.
Next Steps
if the problem persists after 4-5 days , you can visit the concerned dental professional handling your treatment.
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
The sensitivity will subside in a few days. Use the toothpaste and gel as prescribed. If your ulcers does not heel after 2 days, visit your dentist for a review.
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Dr. Komal Wakalkar Kele
Dentist
5 yrs exp
Pune
After cleaning Sensitivity is temporary and usually subsides in a few days to a week.
Use a desensitizing toothpaste (e.g., Sensodyne, Colgate Sensitive) and brush gently.
Avoid very hot, cold, or acidic foods/drinks for a few days
If sensitivity persists beyond 2 weeks, come back for review.
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Dr. Inavolu Shamini
Dentist
10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Hello
Ulcers might take a week or 10 days to reduce
Advised lukewarm water rinse with some salt
Sensitivity for a week post cleaning is common nothing to worry
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