Post Treatment Dental Care

Beauty And Restorative Dental Treatment Aftercare

It takes some time to get used to chewing something new. When a tooth is restored, it may take a few days for the brain to distinguish the new location of the tooth from its previous location. Therefore, changing the chewing pattern may cause a high feeling in the place for 48 hours after the treatment, so it is better to follow Zira’s recommendations.

1- Avoid chewing gum and hard foods such as grasshoppers, filets, and pot bottoms in the area.

2- Be sure to contact the center.

A minor sensitivity to cold and heat is normal for a few days after tooth restoration because the tooth needs some time to be restored after removing the decayed structure. Also, the gums become a little painful. Washing warm salt water (one teaspoon in a cup of warm water) three times a day will reduce pain or swelling. A moderate pain reliever such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen every 3 to 4 hours can be beneficial.

Your speaking may change in the first days. Most patients usually speak after a few days. As you get used to the size and shape of your filling or veneer, you may feel that your saliva secretion has increased. This will be corrected one week after the treatment.

Be sure to use a toothbrush and floss every day. For the treatment to succeed, there must be no plaque in the place. It would help if you also visited the dental clinic every six months for scaling.

Be careful that the tooth restoration does not inoculate it against breaking, so any factor that can cause your healthy tooth to break can do the same thing with the restored tooth.

The core of fruits is like the skin of nuts and hazelnuts, ice, nails, or pencils! Sticky sweets such as Sohan and Gaz are in the same category that should be avoided.

Smoking and hookah can cause stains and brown spots on your veneers and restorations. Colored foods such as coffee, red wine, tea, and berries (raspberries, strawberries, and their families) are not excluded from this category.

If you do martial arts, let us know so that a mouthguard can be made for you. If you grind your teeth at night, you must make a night guard to prevent your veneers, restorations, and teeth from breaking.

Important Tips After Root Canal Treatment

Following a root canal, do not chew hard on the temporarily restored tooth; try to chew on the opposite side of your mouth. A soft diet is recommended; avoid hard foods since these can cause tooth fractures and dislodging of the dental dressing, possibly leading to infection.

Also, brush and floss your teeth gently to avoid pulling on the dressing with too much force. Inform your dental center immediately if there are any sharp or rough edges on the tooth or dressing so an appointment can be set to make the appropriate adjustment.

Following the visit, you must have a permanent restoration or filling as soon as possible.

The tooth could be fragile from the root canal treatment and require additional reinforcement. Pain can be felt between days 3 to 7 after the procedure; therefore, follow your prescription medications.

You must take them after the procedure while the numbness still wears off. If antibiotics are needed, your dentist may prescribe one for you.

Follow all medications as instructed and regularly. Lastly, be extremely careful with your covered teeth since fractures can cause them to be lost; thus, it is essential to follow these recommendations carefully.

How to Care for Dental Crowns

– To prepare the crown, your dentist usually needs 2 to 3  sessions. In the first session, tooth preparation, cutting and molding, and, if necessary, making a temporary veneer can be done. In this session, anesthesia may be needed; in case of anesthesia, refrain from eating and drinking hot substances until it is removed.

If the temporary cover loosens or comes off, contact the center and, if possible, take the temporary cover or its pieces with you.

To prolong the durability of temporary veneers, avoid eating and chewing sticky foods such as gum, hard materials such as the bottom of the pot, or hard fruits, and preferably use the other side of the mouth for chewing.

Brushing and flossing are very important. It would help if you were careful not to pull the floss firmly toward the center of the mouth so as not to loosen the temporary covering. In the case of inlay veneers, it is better to avoid flossing (only as long as the main cover is not ready).

Feeling pain when pressing or eating hot and cold foods between treatment sessions is typical. This sensitivity disappears a few days after the permanent coating is applied. If the pain continues for over three days or you have any other questions, contact the clinic.

In the case of code/cam veneers and laboratory veneers, be sure to continue chewing until 48 hours after the treatment (according to the instructions given by the temporary veneers) and after 48 hours after the treatment, continue to chew (according to the instructions given (given for temporary veneers) be careful and contact the center after 48 hours to set up a follow-up time.

Pain while chewing, biting the cheek, and other problems must be reported to the dentist.

After gluing the cover with permanent glue, the glue pieces may come out when brushing and flossing for 24 hours. Since the implant covers are glued with temporary glue in the first few months, the considerations related to the temporary cover should be followed.

How to Care After Wisdom Tooth Surgery

After Wisdom Tooth Surgery, it is essential that you carefully follow your dentist’s instructions to optimize your healing process.

To control bleeding, gently bite on the gauze pad. In the first 24 hours following your surgery, take prescribed pain medication to minimize pain and swelling, and apply an ice pack to the outside of your cheek.

Oral hygiene is essential; begin rinsing your mouth with warm salt water the first day, but avoid spitting and gargling violently. Soft foods like yogurt and mashed potatoes are most accessible to chew; avoid hot, spicy, acidic, sharp, crunchy, or sticky foods that may irritate the surgical area.

Drink plenty of fluids, but avoid sucking with a straw, as the sucking may dislodge the blood clot. Rest and let the body heal for a while; avoid heavy activities.

It is also indicated to avoid tobacco and alcohol for at least some time of 48 hours, as they will delay the process. Also, be keen on the signs that may complicate you, such as heavy bleeding, pain, or fever, and see your dentist if any of these symptoms happen.

Lastly, ensure all follow-up appointments are kept for adequate healing and communicate all your concerns. If followed to the letter, these guidelines after surgery will soothe your recovery.

In conclusion, good post-treatment care will enhance and preserve your oral health. These guidelines will expedite the process of your recovery with minimum potential for complications. If you have any questions or require further assistance, our helpful team at Beach Cities Dentistry is here to guide you through.

We endeavor to ensure that you attain the best results and have a healthy, appealing smile. Pay us a visit today and experience professional dental care with compassion to keep you smiling!