We have Post Op information on the following dental procedures:
Oral Surgery
After undergoing oral surgery, the following information
will prove helpful in case complications arise.
1. BLEEDING
We have sutured the area to promote clotting and to avoid
food and debris going into the area. Furthermore we have given
you a supply of gauze for later use. If you notice that there
is still some bleeding, fold one of these gauze and bite down
firmly for about 10 minutes.
2. SWELLING
Some swelling is normal after this procedure and is not a
sign of infection. If the swelling bothers you place an ice
pack on the area for about 10 minutes and then take it off
for 10 minutes. Continue this until the situation improves,
but no longer than 6 hours.
3. PAIN
If we have not prescribed a painkiller, you can use any over
the counter drug, except aspirin. Usually Tylenol or Advil
work best.
4. MEDICATION:
If we have prescribed medication specific to your situation,
please follow the directions carefully
5. NUTRITION
A diet of high protein content and soft consistency such
as milk shakes, soups, fruit juice etc. will do. Drink lots
of water.
5. ORAL HYGIENE
Brush and floss your teeth as usual without irritating the
surgical area. Do not vigorously rinse your mouth since this
can dislodge the blood clot and cause bleeding.
If you have any questions or concerns please call the office.
After hours feel free to call Dr.Wassenaar at 305-0564.
Bonding
Bonded composite resin restorations are the most conservative
option available in modern dentistry today. They last a long
time and look very natural.
There are no metals involved and since the filling is "welded"
to your tooth by a special light source, the expectation is
that the area will be problem free for many years to come.
Due to the extensive finishing and polishing procedures that
are used, there might have been some irritation caused to
the gums surrounding the teeth. This should heal within a
day or two without any lasting effects.
To properly adjust your bite we used a fine ribbon to identify
any "high" spots. Due to the fact that we used anesthetic
today the way you were biting down might have changed somewhat.
If that was the case, we might have overlooked some of these
" high" spots.
After the freezing wears off check the way your bite feels.
If it feels uneven or uncomfortable in any other way, please
do let us know.
If you have any questions feel free to ask any of my staff
or myself. After hours Dr.Wassenaar can be reached at 305-0564.
For additional information, please further explore this website.
Root Canal
The purpose of a root canal is to remove infected material from
within your tooth. Once this material has been removed we sterilized
the canals of your tooth and placed a tight seal to prevent
re-infection caused by bacteria that are normally present in
your mouth.
In most cases when a tooth needs a root canal, the jaw bone
beyond the roots is affected as well. Now that the cause of
this problem has been removed, your body's immune system will
clear this up over the next couple of days. During this healing
phase, it is quite normal for you to experience some discomfort.
Particularly when you bite down on the tooth it might feel
tender. In most cases a painkiller like Tylenol, Advil, or
Aspirin will be sufficient to control this.
In the majority of cases we have found that teeth that need
a root canal are severely weakened. To prevent fracture and
re-infection of the area, a gold or porcelain crown is most
often recommended.
We can arrange this for you as soon as you can chew normally
again on your tooth.
If you have any questions please contact our office at your
convenience. In case of an emergency Dr. Wassenaar can be
reached at 305-0564.
Yours sincerely,
Crown Post Op
The purpose of placing a crown is to give the area maximum
strength, esthetics and comfort for many years to come.
Each time we work on a tooth some trauma is inflicted which
might result in some sensitivity. Particularly the gums around
the tooth and where the anesthetic was placed are most often
affected.
To protect the underlying teeth and to allow you to chew
as normally as possible, we have placed a temporary crown.
The impression that we took towards the end of your appointment
has been sent to our dental laboratory. In about a week we
will have received your custom manufactured restoration back
from the laboratory.
The temporary crown is glued on with temporary cement to
allow for easy removal at your next appointment. If inadvertently
your temporary has come loose, please call the office to have
it recemented.
If you have any questions please call the office. In case
of emergency Dr.Wassenaar can be reached at 305-0564.
Crown Cement Post Op
When a crown is cemented in place, every attempt was made to
give it the most accurate esthetics, fit and bite. However,
there might be a possibility that things might not feel quite
“right”.
Typically, if you are used to the crown within 48 hours everything
should be fine. If after this period there are still problems
please let us know. Most of the time all we have to do is
a limited bite adjustment to get you comfortable again.
In rare cases there might be cold sensitivity that might
take longer to go away. As long as the situation is improving
there is no need to worry. Eventually it will go away. If
you would experience discomfort that worries you or that is
getting worse, please call the office immediately.
If you have any questions please call the office at your
convenience. After hours Dr.Wassenaar can be reached at 305-0564
Mouth Guard
A bite splint (mouth guard) is a custom made appliance to
help your jaws and teeth function in a more natural manner.
Many people experience tender or sore jaw muscles, difficulty
in opening or closing their mouth, frequent headaches or a
clicking or grinding noise when chewing or yawning. In some
cases the teeth are worn down or tender.
Your bite splint is made to fit over the biting surfaces
of your lower jaw, allowing you to bite against the splint
rather than your teeth. This will lessen the forces applied
to your teeth while biting down, and it helps your jaw joints
and muscles to relax. Once this is the case, most of the above
listed symptoms are either gone or, at least, better.
To monitor your progress we will need to do periodic evaluations
and possibly make adjustments.
Sometimes grinding or clenching is caused by stress in our
daily lives. In other cases we will identify areas where your
teeth don’t fit in a position where your jaw muscles
are most comfortable. By making selective adjustments to your
teeth we can improve this to a point the situation gets more
stable. This process is comparable to physiotherapy which
will take some time.
If you have any questions please call the office at your
convenience. In case of an emergency Dr.Wassenaar can be reached
at 305-0564
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