Endodontic treatment can take several appointments depending on the case. It is possible to experience sensitivity to hot & cold, sensitivity to pressure, and possible swelling. While you are numb be careful not to bite your cheek, tongue or your lip. You may want to avoid chewing on this area especially hot foods and liquids…
Immediately after Surgery No Brushing the surgical area Soft diet and avoid eating on surgical side of the mouth Take any medication as prescribed Use Peridex as prescribed Wear appliances as directed 1 week after Surgery Gently brush the tooth surface only using soft tooth brush dipped in Peridex mouth rinse Do not brush the…
Scaling and root planing is a non-surgical treatment of periodontal disease. The purpose of the treatment is to remove bacterial plaque and tartar from around teeth and under the gum line, which is causing bone loss. The goal is to produce clean, smooth teeth and roots, which will promote healing of the inflammation and infection…
While you are numb be careful not to bite your cheek, tongue or your lip. You may want to avoid chewing on this area especially hot foods and liquids until the numbing completely wears off. Some irritation of the gum tissue along with the anesthetic injection site may result in some soreness for a few…
While you are numb be careful not to bite your cheek, tongue or your lip. You may want to avoid chewing on this area especially hot foods and liquids until the numbing completely wears off. Some irritation of the gum tissue along with the anesthetic injection site may result in some soreness for a few…
A variety of nutritious foods may be consumed following dental surgical procedures and Dr. Tom Conner’s suggestion to follow a soft diet. A soft diet is made up of foods that are soft and easy to chew and swallow. Foods are softened by several methods such as cooking, blending or mashing. All cooked or canned…
