After Crowns

 Anesthetic has been used; your lips and tongue might feel numb for a few hours after your appointment.  Avoid chewing and hot drinks until the numbness has subsided so as not to accidentally burn or bite your tongue or lips.

Provisional crowns are normally fit until the final porcelain crown is delivered.  With our Cerec system you may not have a provisional crown.  Avoid sticky or hard foods (i.e. taffy, jolly rangers, etc). 

Tooth sensitivity is normal and should not be a cause for concern.  If sensitivity does not subside after 48 hours or if it gets worse please contact us.  Be careful while flossing and brushing so as not to break or dislodge the temporary crown. 

You may use Ibuprofen, Tylenol or Aspirin before the anesthetic has worn off to help alleviate any discomfort from the site of injection.  Do not take any of this medication if you have ever experienced an allergic reaction to them.  If you are unsure please consult our office or your medical doctor for proper medical advice.

After Extractions

 DO NOT

Do not drink carbonated or alcoholic beverages. Do not drink through a straw.  Do not smoke.  Do not spit, lie flat, or physically exert yourself. These activities will prolong bleeding!

 Bleeding

A gauze pad has been placed on the extraction site to control bleeding. Pressure should be applied for one hour. The gauze should be replaced every 15-20 minutes until bleeding subsides. If you experience excessive bleeding, call our office.

 Swelling

You may notice some swelling following an extraction. This is to be expected. Apply an ice bag to the side of the face where the extraction was performed. Leave the ice bag on 30 minutes , then off 20 minutes. Keep repeating the cycle until the swelling subsides. This will relieve your discomfort.

 Rinse

Do Not rinse your mouth today. Tomorrow rinse with a warm salt-water solution. You may do this every few hours after each meal.

 Food

During the first two days, a diet of soft foods and liquids is recommended (Re: soups, cereals, milk shakes). Chew food on the side opposite the extraction site.

 Oral Hygiene

There is no need to break your regular routine of brushing and flossing. However, since the extraction site may be very tender, be gentle in that area.

 Medications

Over the counter medications should relive your discomfort. However, if you experience more intense pain, a stronger medication may be prescribed.

 Dry Socket

Two to three percent of dental extraction’s are followed by a clinical condition known as “dry socket”. Symptoms, which begin two to three days following extraction, include loss of the blood clot from the socket and moderate to severe pain. If you experience any of these symptoms, call our office for and appointment.

After Fillings

 If an anesthetic has been used, your lips and tongue might feel numb for a few hours after your appointment.  Avoid chewing and hot drinks until the numbness has subsided so as not to accidentally burn or bite your tongue or lips.

You may use Ibuprofen, Tylenol or Aspirin before the anesthetic has worn off to help alleviate any discomfort from the site of injection..  Do not take any of this medication if you have ever experienced an allergic reaction to them.  If you are unsure please consult our office or your medical doctor for proper medical advice. 

 Injection sites may be sore for a few days after your appointment. Rinse your mouth three times a day with warm salt water (one teaspoon of salt in a cup of warm water, rinse and spit) to reduce pain and swelling.

 You may chew with your fillings as soon as the anesthetic has completely worn off.  If your bite feels uneven, if you have persistent pain, or if you have any other questions or concerns, please call our office. 

After Root Canal

 An anesthetic will be used; your lips and tongue might feel numb for a few hours after your appointment.  Avoid chewing and hot drinks until the numbness has subsided so as not to accidentally burn or bite your tongue or lips. 

 It is normal to feel some discomfort for a few days after your root canal treatment.  Take pain medication as recommended.  You may use Ibuprofen, Tylenol or Aspirin to alleviate pain.  Do not take any of this medication if you have ever experienced an allergic reaction to them.  If you are unsure please consult our office or your medical doctor for proper medical advice. 

 To reduce swelling and pain, rinse your mouth three times a day with warm salt water (1 teaspoon of salt in a cup of warm water, rinse and spit).

 If antibiotics are prescribed, please follow the course to its end; even if you feel no pain or swelling.

After Sedation

 Patient cannot drive for 24 hours after sedation

 Do not operate any hazardous devices for 24 hours.

 A responsible person should be with the patient until he/she has fully recovered from the effects of the sedation.

 Patient should not go up and down stairs unattended. Let the patient stay on the ground floor until recovered.

 Patient can eat whenever and whatever he/she wants.

 Patient needs to drink plenty of fluids as soon as possible.

 Patient may sleep for a long time or may be alert when he/she leaves.  Attend to both alert and sleepy patient in the same manner; don’t trust him/her alone.

 A resposible person should guide patiient by the arm when walking.

 Patient may return to work after 24 hours.

 Take prescriptions for pain as directed. 

 Call us if you have any questions or difficulties.  If you feel that your symptoms warrant a physician and you are unable to reach us, go to the closest emergency room immediately.

After Zoom!!

 After your Zoom!!  You will continue to whiten for the next 48 hours.  Stay away from foods that are staining:

 Mustard, ketchup, blur or red berries, red wine, colas, soy sauce, etc.

 It is normal to have a tingling sensation.  This should go away slowly.  It will not continue for more than a day. 

 Ibuprofen may be taken for sensitivity.

 Follow up tray whitening can be started after 24 hours.  Be sure to follow directions.