Before you receive your veneer you will first receive a temporary restoration. This is not as sturdy as the final version, so you should be careful when cleaning and eating. You should brush the area gently and should not pull up on the tooth when flossing because it could become dislodged. The same goes for eating. You should avoid sticky or chewy foods while you have the temporary in.
There may be some sensitivity and irritation after the temporary or final is placed. This is normal and will subside after the soft tissue heals. A warm salt water rinse will help, and you can also take Advil or Tylenol if the pain does not go away.
When the veneer is placed it may feel a little awkward for a few days. Your mouth needs to adjust to the new tooth, and it should feel like one of your natural tooth in less than a week. If your bite feels abnormal in any way, you should let your dentist know. When brushing and flossing you should pay close attention to the area between the veneer and the tooth at the gum line.
Before you receive your crown/bridge you will first receive a temporary restoration. This is not as sturdy as the permanent version, so you should be careful when cleaning and eating. You should brush the area gently and should not pull up on the tooth when flossing because it could become dislodged. The same goes for eating. You should avoid sticky or chewy foods while you have the temporary in.
There may be some sensitivity and irritation after the temporary or final is placed. This is normal and will subside after the soft tissue heals. A warm salt water rinse will help, and you can also take Advil or Tylenol if the pain does not go away.
When the final crown or bridge is placed it may feel a little awkward for a few days. Your mouth needs to adjust to the new tooth, and it should feel like one of your natural tooth in less than a week. If your bite feels abnormal in any way, you should let your dentist know. Caring for your bridge or crown is just like caring for your own teeth. You should brush and floss regularly.
1. If you were sedated you should go home upon discharge from our office lie down and follow the instructions given for sedation. Please do not operate any mechanical equipment or drive a motor vehicle for 24 hours.
2. Bleeding: Some bleeding is normal, and blood-tinged saliva may be present for 24 hours or longer following your surgery. Change the gauze over the surgical area every hour for the next 2 to 4 hours if needed.
3. Oral Hygiene and Care: Keep your mouth clean. When the numbness has worn off, begin holding warm salt-water (1/2 teaspoon with 1/2 cup of water) in your mouth and swishing gently after each meal and before bed. Brush gently around the surgical area with a soft bristled toothbrush. Don't pick or probe at the area with your tongue, fingers, waterpik or any other objects.
4. Please try not to smoke. It slows the healing process after any surgery especially surgery on the bone. Preferably do not smoke at all.
5. Swelling and Bruising: Place ice packs on the cheek(s) for 20 minutes/ off for ½ hour, during first 24 hours and use it any time during the first week for swelling and/or pain. Your face and neck may bruise but should disappear in 2 to 4 weeks. Opening of the mouth may be limited because the cheeks are sore and stiff but should resolve in 2 to 4 weeks. Keep your lips moist to prevent cracking or chapping. Like a sprained ankle swelling may not show for 3 days or so and the 3rd day after surgery may be the most uncomfortable for you.
6. Sinus Precautions: When implants are placed in the upper jaw it is possible for the sinuses to be involved and you will be asked to follow sinus precautions: Do not blow your nose or stifle sneezes. Try whipping first- if you must blow do so very gently with both nostrils. Symptoms such as sinus pressure, drainage, and swelling under the eyes, headaches and liquids running out of your nose as you drink are common.
7. Diet: While you are numb eat soft, cool foods like ice cream, puffing, jell-o, ensure, carnation instant breakfast etc.. If you are diabetic, maintain your normal diet as much as possible following your physician’s instructions regarding your insulin schedule.
8. Discomfort and Medications: Local anesthetics was injected into you gums so your lips, tongue, cheeks and back of the throat will be numb for 4 to 8 hours. Taking the pain medication with soft food and a large volume of water will lessen any side effect of nausea or stomach upset. A slight rise in body temperature may occur during the first 24 hours and increasing your fluid intake will help this- If you develop a fever over 101 and/or persistent pain, swelling, a bad tasting drainage or pus in your mouth, call our office immediately.
9. Antibiotics: You will be given a prescription for antibiotics. Take as directed.
10. Bring your denture , partial or flipper to every office visit.
A- Do not wear denture/flipper for 24 hrs after surgery.
B- Do not wear your denture/flipper for one week
C- You may wear your denture/flipper as usual.
There should never be pressure or rubbing over your surgical area.
11. Finally: Should you have an emergency after normal hours: you may reach Dr. Najar by calling 304-487-3711 and have our answering service contact the Dr. or Staff member.