After your tooth has been prepared for the crown, it’s important to avoid very hot or cold foods and drinks, as this can cause sensitivity in the prepared tooth, especially if the nerve (pulp) is still vital. Using a desensitizing mouthwash can help with this.
In some cases, where the tooth has an unfavorable shape or a large pulp chamber, it may be necessary to perform a root canal before preparing the tooth for the crown.
Please refrain from eating or chewing for about one hour after the crown has been cemented. This allows the dental cement to properly set and stabilize the crown.
For the first week, we recommend eating soft foods and chewing slowly and gently. After that, you can resume your normal diet. However, please avoid excessively hard foods that could potentially chip or fracture your new crown.
While porcelain crowns are generally very strong, even stronger than natural teeth in some cases, they still require careful maintenance and cleaning, just like your natural teeth.
Try to distribute your chewing force evenly and avoid putting excessive pressure on any one area of the crown, which could lead to breakage.
After the crown is placed, you might experience some mild tenderness or slight paleness around the gum line. This is normal and should subside within a day or two. We will show you how to gently massage your gums to help them return to normal more quickly.
If you received a dental bridge, some patients may notice a slight concavity on the inside and a feeling of fullness on the outside of the pontic (the replacement tooth). This is usually something you will adapt to over time.
It’s also normal to experience some sensitivity after the crown is cemented. This occurs as the bonding material integrates with the underlying tooth structure (dentin). This sensitivity typically resolves within 24 hours, but in some cases, it can last for a week or two.
Please return for your scheduled follow-up appointment so we can check your bite and make any necessary adjustments.
You can gently massage around the gum line of the crowned tooth with a clean finger. This helps to stimulate blood circulation in the gum tissue surrounding the crown.
Maintain good daily oral hygiene by brushing your teeth properly with a soft-bristled toothbrush.
Use dental floss after meals to clean between your teeth, being careful not to injure your gums.
Schedule regular check-ups every six months. This allows us to monitor the fit of your crown, check the gum line and between your teeth, and ensure there is no food impaction that could lead to inflammation or infection.
