After Crown & Bridge Appointments

Please refrain from eating and drinking hot beverages until the numbness is completely worn off. Since the teeth, tongue, lips and roof of the mouth will be asleep, you can traumatize these tissues.
Temporary crown can come off. Call us if this happens and bring the temporary crown with you so we can re-cement it. It is very important for the temporary to stay in place, as it will prevent other teeth from moving and compromising the fit of your final restoration.
Avoid eating sticky and hard foods and try to chew on the opposite side of your mouth.
Brush normally, but floss carefully. Pull the floss out from the side, pulling up/down on the floss may dislodge the temporary.
It is normal to experience temperature and pressure sensitivity during temporary wear. The sensitivity should subside a few weeks after the placement of the final restoration. Mild pain medications may also be used as directed by our office.

If your bite feels uneven, if you have persistent pain, or if you have any other questions or concerns, please call our office at 785-841-5590.

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