b : a feeling of nervousness, excitement, or fear that is created in a movie, book, etc. 1  The dramatic tension was very satisfying. 2  The author resolves the tension too soon.
You should know, however, that brushing your teeth after eating can sometimes affect your tooth enamel. According to the Mayo Clinic, if you've consumed anything acidic, you should avoid brushing your teeth for at least 30 minutes. Foods containing citric acid, like oranges, grapefruits and lemons, weaken tooth enamel. Brushing too soon after eating them can damage the enamel in its weakened state.
No brushing or rinsing of any kind should be performed until the day following surgery. You can brush your teeth the following day, but avoid getting too close to the surgical site. The day after surgery you should begin rinsing at least 4 times a day after eating with 1) Hydrogen Peroxide 3%.