A patient procedure for a dental crown is not as intensive as a root canal or a tooth extraction, but it can cause patients some pain and discomfort. Many patients find it difficult initially to adjusting to their new dental crown after they have finished the procedure. When it comes to dental crowns, Nobleton residents might have never been in a situation where they needed anesthetic, and they may have a hard time adjusting to it afterwards. Here are some issues new patients need to keep in mind after they are done with their dental crown procedure.
Dealing with Anesthetic
Anesthetic is used in dental procedures to numb people from the pain of working on their dental crown procedure. Even though it is used during the procedure, the feeling of numbness and lack of feeling can linger awhile after being fitted with dental crowns. Nobleton residents should be aware that they have to be careful to not bite their tongue or cheek because they will not feel it. Additionally, this is just as important when chewing food after you have had your dental crown procedure. Most dentists recommend a patient not eat anything for a couple of hours, usually three to four, after they have had a dental procedure.
Long Term Care for Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are designed to help individuals feel more comfortable eating and speaking, as well as being less sensitive in general. But even after getting fitted for dental crowns, Nobleton residents may still experience some moderate sensitivity. Dentists often recommend that their patients switch to toothpaste that is designed for sensitive teeth. One of the biggest concerns about a dental crown procedure that needs to be monitored for the first couple of weeks is if the crown feels aligned with your other teeth. Many people notice their dental crown is not level with the rest of their teeth as they chew their food.
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