Fixed Crowns or Bridges

You have just had some crowns or fixed bridges cemented onto your teeth.  They will replace your missing tooth structure or missing teeth very well, and should give you years of good service -- provided you observe the following cautions:

CHEWING  
Do not chew hard foods on the restorations for 24 hours from the time they were cemented -- to attain optimum strength, the cement must mature for approximately 24 hours.

SENSITIVITY 
Don't worry about mild sensitivity to hot or cold foods.  This sensitivity will disappear gradually over a few weeks.  Infrequently, sensitivity lasts longer than six weeks.  Please notify us if this occurs.

PREVENTATIVE PROCEDURES
To provide optimum longevity for your restorations and to prevent future dental decay and supporting tissue breakdown, please use the following preventive procedures:

• Brush and floss after eating and before bedtime
• Use a fluoride rinse, swish vigorously for at least 30 seconds daily
• Use fluoride gel as prescribed by our office

RECALLS
The most significant reason for prosthesis failure is inadequate return for examination.  Visit us at regular six month examination periods.  Often problems that are developing around the restorations can be found at an early age and corrected easily.  Waiting for a longer time may require redoing the entire restoration.

PROBLEMS
Call us immediately if any of these conditions occurs:

• A feeling of movement of looseness in the restoration
• Sensitivity to sweet foods
• A peculiar taste from the restoration site
• Breakage of a piece of material from the restoration
• Sensitivity to pressure

We have done out best to provide you with the finest quality restoration available today.  Only your continuing care and concern can assure long term good dental health.