Thank you for having the appointment with us. These instructions are to answer and guide you through some common scenarios while your fixed prosthesis is being manufactured.
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- Fixed restorations usually takes around two appointments to complete
- Sometimes things may take a bit longer due to the precise manufacturing tolerances needed which can take a bit longer than expected
- In the event that you have lost/break the temporary restoration, our practice always make a stent of your original teeth during your first appointment (like a insurance policy) so that you will be re-assured that we will always have a temporary restoration to place back in your mouth.
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+ Brush your teeth as normal
+ Eat and drink as normal as possible after the numbness has worn off | - Bite on hard or sticky foods that may damage your fillings (such as nuts and bones)
- Bottle tricks
- Eat until the numbness has completely worn off (if you are hungry it is recommended to have liquids instead in this period).
- Floss around the temporary crown -> express ticket for us making a new one for you |
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- A little bit of sensitivity after the appointment
- Temporary restoration to break/fall off, if it does happen please call us and we will make a new one.
- Gums to feel a bit sore after the appointment, it is to be expected and will calm down within 1-2 days
- Bite to feel a bit odd (but not heavy) after placement of the temporary restoration
- Prolonged numbness for a few hours due to the local anaesthetic. Lips, teeth, and tongue may be numb for several hours after the appointment.
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If your bite feels uneven, if you have persistent pain, or you have any other questions or concerns, please contact our office.
