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Post-op:
Crowns & BRIDGES

The following instructions will help minimize discomfort, and reduce the risk of damaging your restoration:

  • EATING 

    • Be gentle when eating until your permanent crown is restoration is delivered​

    • Avoid eating anything sticky or hard

    • DO NOT EAT until the anesthetic has worn off.

    • Carefully eat hard foods (nuts, hard candies, and ice) to avoid damaging your crown.

  • CHEWING 

    • Avoid chewing on anything that could potentially break or damage your restoration â€‹

  • FLOSS â€‹

    • Make sure to floss your permanent crown as you would your natural tooth.​

    • Use a floss threader to remoce foos from under your dental bridge

  • NIGHT GUARD

    • Consider using a night guard as you sleeo if you clench or grind your teeth at night â€‹

  • SENSITIVITY

    • You should expect hot and cold sensitivity following your crown procedure for a day â€‹

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CONTACT OUR OFFICE IF YOU EXPERIENCE EXTENDED SENSITIVITY, PAIN OR IF SWELLING OCCURS 

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