Thank you for choosing Peakview Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry. Your permanent crown or bridge has now been placed. Please follow these instructions to allow the restoration and surrounding tissues to adjust properly.
Eating & Drinking
- If local anesthetic was used, do not chew until the numbness has completely worn off to avoid biting your cheek, tongue, or lip.
- Once the numbness has worn off, you may eat normally unless your dental team has given you different instructions.
- For the first 24 hours, avoid extremely hard, sticky, or chewy foods around the new restoration.
- Avoid chewing ice or other very hard objects, as these can damage or fracture the restoration.
- If you have a bridge, avoid pulling or biting directly into very sticky foods that could place excessive force on the restoration.
Sensitivity & Discomfort
- Mild sensitivity to cold or pressure may occur for a few days after placement.
- Some mild gum tenderness around the crown or bridge is also normal.
- These symptoms should gradually improve.
- Use over-the-counter or prescribed medication as directed by your dental team.
Your Bite
Your new crown or bridge should feel comfortable when you bite.
- Your bite may feel slightly different for the first few days as you become accustomed to the restoration.
- If the tooth feels like it hits first, feels too high, or is uncomfortable when chewing, please contact our office.
- A simple bite adjustment may be needed. Do not wait for the problem to resolve on its own if the bite feels significantly uneven.
Oral Hygiene
- Continue brushing and flossing daily.
- Brush around the crown or bridge just as you would your natural teeth.
- Pay special attention to the gumline around the restoration.
- For a bridge, clean underneath the bridge daily using floss, a floss threader, interdental brush, or other cleaning aid recommended by your dental team.
Protecting Your Restoration
Your crown or bridge is designed to function like a natural tooth, but it should still be treated with care.
Avoid:
- Chewing ice
- Biting hard objects such as pens or fingernails
- Opening packages with your teeth
- Excessive force on the restoration
- Very sticky foods if they cause the restoration to feel loose
If you grind or clench your teeth, ask your dental team whether a nightguard is recommended.
If Your Crown or Bridge Feels Loose
Contact our office if your crown or bridge:
- Feels loose or moves
- Comes off
- Cracks or chips
- Causes persistent discomfort
Do not use household glue or attempt to permanently reattach the restoration yourself.
If the restoration comes off, keep it in a safe place and contact our office for instructions.
When to Contact Our Office
Please contact Peakview Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry if you experience:
- Severe or persistent pain
- Significant sensitivity that does not improve
- A bite that feels too high or uneven
- Swelling or signs of infection
- A loose, cracked, chipped, or displaced crown or bridge
- Any concern about your new restoration
Important Reminder
Your new crown or bridge may feel different at first. It can take a few days to become accustomed to the restoration.
With proper home care and regular dental visits, your crown or bridge can provide many years of comfortable function.very journey.
