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.
The best way to prevent infection is to keep your mouth clean. That said, donât brush for the first 24 hours after extraction. After that, brush your teeth in your usual manner each time after you eat. You can also gently rinse with warm salt water several times a day, beginning no sooner than six hours after surgery.