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My Teeth Feel a Little Strange After Being Filed Down, Almost "Cruddy." Is This Normal?

January 24, 2012
Asked By:LynnC23 in West Bend, WI

I recently had my two front teeth filed down, and they feel a little strange. Almost like when you drink Sunny Delight or an acidic fruit drink and your teeth get cruddy. I went back to the dentist this morning to have them polished so they weren't so rough, and they're smoother now but still feel almost a little furry, I guess you could say. Is this normal? And will it improve with time if I use pro enamel toothpaste and mouthwash?

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January 26, 2012

Answer: Eeth should feel "smooth as a baby's ass" after being filed

Jay Neuhaus, DDS
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January 26, 2012

Answer: Eeth should feel "smooth as a baby's ass" after being filed

Jay Neuhaus, DDS
January 25, 2012

Answer: Sounds like your teeth need more polishing

Mauricio C. Tijerino, DMD
January 25, 2012

Answer: Sounds like your teeth need more polishing

Mauricio C. Tijerino, DMD
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