Post-Op Instructions
Post-Operative Instructions for Dental Filling
1. Numbness: If you were given anesthesia, expect numbness in your lips, tongue, and cheek. Avoid hot beverages and foods until the numbness wears off to prevent burns or injuries.
2. Sensitivity: You may experience some sensitivity cold for a few days after the restoration. This is normal and should gradually improve.
3. Biting Discomfort: If you notice any changes in your bite or discomfort after restoration,the tooth likely needs a small adjustment to the bite. Please reach out to our office to schedule an appointment.
4. Pain Management: If you feel discomfort, take over-the-counter pain relievers as recommended by your dentist. Follow the dosage instructions on the package.
5. Oral Hygiene: Maintain your usual oral hygiene routine. Brush and floss as usual unless directed otherwise by your dentist.
6. Follow-Up Care: If you have any concerns about the filling or experience prolonged pain, sensitivity, or swelling, contact our office for further evaluation.
7. Schedule Your Next Visit: Don’t forget to schedule your next dental check-up to maintain optimal oral health.
Post-Operative Instructions for Crown and Bridge
1. Numbness: If you were given anesthesia, expect numbness in your lips, tongue, and cheek. Avoid hot beverages and foods until the numbness wears off to prevent burns or injuries.
2. Eating/Drinking: Avoid hard, crunchy, sticky, and hot foods for 24 hours after crown insert as these can interfere with the bond strength of cement.
3. Temporary Restoration Care: If you received a temporary crown or bridge, avoid sticky or hard foods, and be gentle when chewing. If temporary is lost, tooth shifting may result and this can delay completion of treatment. While this is NOT an emergency, please call the office within 24 hours if your temporary crown comes off.
4. Sensitivity: You may experience some sensitivity in your tooth and gums for a few days after the restoration. This is normal and should gradually improve. If you are experiencing significant sensitivity to cold or heat, this may indicate additional treatment is needed.
5. Biting Discomfort: If you notice any changes in your bite or discomfort after restoration, the tooth likely needs a small adjustment to the bite. Please reach out to our office to schedule an appointment.
6. Pain Management: If you feel discomfort, take over-the-counter pain relievers as recommended by your dentist. Follow the dosage instructions on the package. If you experience gum or soft tissue discomfort, warm salt water rinses are recommended. If discomfort lasts longer than a week, please reach out to the office for follow up care
7. Oral Hygiene: Maintain your usual oral hygiene routine. Brush and floss as usual unless otherwise directed by your dentist. Floss with care around any temporary restorations.
8. Follow-Up Care: If you have any concerns about the filling or experience prolonged pain, sensitivity, or swelling, contact our office for further evaluation.
9. Schedule Your Next Visit: Don’t forget to schedule your next dental check-up to maintain optimal oral health.
