Directions for Appointments and Treatments
Massari-Wilson Family Dentistry
Disclosing Tablets
These tablets help to detect harmful dental plaque on the teeth. The red color reveals areas overlooked when brushing and flossing.
Directions
- Brush and floss your teeth and rinse mouth thoroughly.
- Chew one tablet. Swish around for 30 seconds. Do not swallow. Spit it out.
- Rinse with water. The red color remaining on the teeth indicates where harmful dental plaque was overlooked when brushing and flossing.
- Thoroughly remove the dark red color found on your teeth by bushing and flossing.
- Use these tablets periodically to monitor plaque.
Post-Extraction Instructions
NO STRAWS FOR 48 HOURS!
Directions
What to Expect:
- Some oozing for the first twenty-four (24) to forty-eight (48) hours is normal.
- Some swelling and discomfort may be present for two (2) or three (3) days.
Activities:
- Rest in a propped up, head elevated position. This will help minimize oozing and swelling.
- Postpone strenuous activities for five to seven (5-7) days after surgery.
Post-Operative Care of the Surgical Area:
- Should significant oozing persist, apply pressure by biting on folded gauze placed on the surgical site or hold it in place with a finger, if biting is not possible.
- Do not rinse, spit or suck through a straw on the day of surgery. After the first day frequent tooth brushing and rinsing with salt water, especially after meals, is very desirable and will help minimize post-operative complications.
Diet:
- Large amounts of liquids are desirable on the day of surgery. As a rule of thumb, nothing harder than a scrambled egg or warmer than room temperature should be eaten on the day of surgery. Non-spicy foods as tolerated are acceptable after the first day.
OMNI GEL Fluoride
Applied One Week Before Bleaching Gel
Directions
- After nightly brushing and flossing, use pea sized amount of OMNI gel. Apply gel to teeth and brush thoroughly.
- Allow gel to remain on teeth for one minute and then spit out -
DO NOT RINSE OFF.
- Do not swallow gel. Do not eat or drink for 30 minutes after using gel.
- Gel is used for prevention of sensitivity during bleaching treatments.
Bleaching Trays
Premiere Bleaching Gel
Directions
Brush your teeth prior to tray wear. Apply a small even strip of gel into the lower tray area that contacts the front of your teeth. Insert the tray so it seals firmly around the teeth. Remove excess gel from your gums with a cotton swab or toothbrush to prevent sensitivity. After tray wear, clean tray with warm water and a toothbrush.
- Week 1: Wear 1/2 - 1 hour daily.
- Week 2: Wear 1- 2 hours daily, with only 1 hour of continuous wear.
- Caution: If tooth sensitivity, gum irritation or gum inflammation occurs, discontinue use and contact our office.
We are sure you will be pleased with the results. Should you have any questions along the way, please feel free to call and speak with any one of our trained staff.
Post-Operative Instructions for Cemented Permanent Crown/Bridge
We have cemented a gold or porcelain crown/bridge on one of your teeth.
Here are a few things to consider now that your permanent crown is in place.
- Because this type of crown is "cemented", you should delay chewing on it for 24 hours. This will allow the cement to fully harden as it secures the crown to your tooth. After this period, you may resume chewing.
- Occasionally a new crown can make your tooth slightly sensitive to chewing and to cold. In almost all cases any sensitivity will go away completely - usually within a couple of weeks.
- Allow a few weeks for your tongue to get used to the new crown. At first it may feel different due to more "nooks and crannies" on the biting surface. This surface anatomy makes your tooth look like it did when it first appeared in your mouth.
- Floss normally except delay flossing around the new crown for 24-48 hours. Because the cementation procedure causes minor gum irritation and bleeding, delay flossing around the new crown for 1-2 days. After this delay, it is important to resume your normal daily flossing regimen to ensure your gums heal completely around the new crown.
- Use any mouth rinse as your would normally.
- Expect to have a minor discomfort in your teeth and gums following today's visit. Over-the-counter pain medication such as Tylenol, or Advil is recommended. Any discomfort should subside within several days.
- Remember that anything that can break or damage a natural tooth can do the same to your new crown (e.g. ice, metal objects, corn nuts, injury, etc.). Candy or anything sticky can cause a crown to pop off.
- Sometimes a bite adjustment is needed on a new crown. Please call our office promptly if your crown needs an adjustment.
If you have any questions, contact our dental office today!
Post-Operative Instructions for Composite Restorations
After about 30 to 90 minutes, the effects of anesthesia will begin to wear off. You should avoid eating or chewing until your numbness disappears because it's easy to bite down on your tongue or lip without feeling it. You should also keep an eye on your child until the anesthetic wears off - kids tend to chew on their cheeks, lips, or tongue because of the strange feeling they experience.
Typically, we can properly adjust your bite when your filling(s) are replaced. However, the anesthesia can sometimes make it difficult to detect your "true" bite. If you feel that your smile needs adjusting after the anesthesia wears off, contact our dental office right away. Postponing needed adjustments can lead to discomfort and bruising of the ligamnt around the tooth.
Once the composite restoration is finished, it's normal to feel hot, cold, or pressure sensitivity. However, the level of sensitivity you feel will vary based on how deep the decay is. Over-the-counter pain medication and desensitizing toothpaste can help with any soreness or discomfort you may experience.
It's also normal for the injection site and/or gum tissue surrounding the affected area to feel sore. Rinsing your mouth 3 times a day with a teaspoon of salt mixed into a cup of water can reduce swelling and pain.
The final restoration may feel different in texture compared to the rest of your smile, which your tongue will gravitate toward, however you will quickly grow accustomed to it. Be sure to follow our oral hygiene instructions making sure that you brush twice a day and floss once a day to minimize your risk of decay or disease.
If you have any questions, contact our dental office today!
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