Dental restorations can help regain the smile that you once had. There are many dental restoration procedures that can be done for a variety of broken or missing teeth. Each procedure may require different care after it is done. After a filling, it is important to avoid chewing hard foods.  It is best to avoid the area while still frozen. Some fillings can be slightly sensitive to hot or cold for a few days, and a few days of gum sensitivity may be experienced. If a dental restoration procedure requires a temporary filling during a treatment process, it is imperative that the area is avoided and it is kept clean. Ask your dentist for care and hygiene around temporarily restored areas.