Home care Temporary Crowns
What should I do if the temporary crown becomes loose?
Try to put it back on your tooth, but do not force it. You don’t want to damage the tooth or the crown. Some dentists recommend putting a drop of Vaseline™ in the temporary crown to help hold it in place. It’s essential that you this in order to keep your tooth as protected as possible.
Why is it so important to replace the temporary crown immediately?
The temporarily crown was put on your tooth after decay was removed and/or the tooth was prepared for a permanent crowning. The impressions that were taken of your teeth and sent to the dental lab were based on the shape of the tooth after treatment. Any alteration in the condition of your tooth will most likely result in us having to start all over again.
Should I be fearful of cleaning my teeth until my next visit?
No. You want to keep your teeth clean in order to prevent decay from setting in. Even a mild coating of plaque can lead to cavity formation if allowed to form unchecked. It is wise to keep both the teeth clean and the area around the gums clean.
What homecare tips do you recommend for temporary crowns?
1. If we used any anesthetic on your mouth while you were in our office, do not chew anything until the numbness goes away.
2. If there was no anesthetic, you still need to wait at least one-half hour to give dental cement an opportunity to harden and set.
3. You should brush and floss your teeth as you always do, but do not be rough on yourself. Be careful and remove floss from the side to keep from accidentally removing your temporary crown.
4. If there is sensitivity to hot or cold, use desensitizing toothpaste. If this doesn’t help, call our office if the problem persists for more than a day or two.
5. If you have been prescribed antibiotics, take them exactly as directed.
6. If you have not been prescribed antibiotics, but want something for the pain, it is normally ok to take over the counter pain medication so long as your dentist agrees per your medical history.
7. It is also a good idea for you to rinse out your mouth three times each day with warm salt water. You need to use about one teaspoon of salt for every glass of water.
8. It is normal for your gums to be sore for a few days after placement of a temporary crown. However, if the soreness persists, feel free to contact us with any concerns about the condition of your mouth or the success of your homecare for your temporary crown.
9. Avoid chewing grainy rolls and tough steak that can leave fibers between your teeth.
10. Ask your dentist about an alcohol free antibacterial mouth rinse if you have experienced frequent gum infections in the past.
11. Do not eat curry because it will stain the temporary crown.
12. If you smoke, as hard as it seems, try not to, or at least seriously cut down.
Try to put it back on your tooth, but do not force it. You don’t want to damage the tooth or the crown. Some dentists recommend putting a drop of Vaseline™ in the temporary crown to help hold it in place. It’s essential that you this in order to keep your tooth as protected as possible.
Why is it so important to replace the temporary crown immediately?
The temporarily crown was put on your tooth after decay was removed and/or the tooth was prepared for a permanent crowning. The impressions that were taken of your teeth and sent to the dental lab were based on the shape of the tooth after treatment. Any alteration in the condition of your tooth will most likely result in us having to start all over again.
Should I be fearful of cleaning my teeth until my next visit?
No. You want to keep your teeth clean in order to prevent decay from setting in. Even a mild coating of plaque can lead to cavity formation if allowed to form unchecked. It is wise to keep both the teeth clean and the area around the gums clean.
What homecare tips do you recommend for temporary crowns?
1. If we used any anesthetic on your mouth while you were in our office, do not chew anything until the numbness goes away.
2. If there was no anesthetic, you still need to wait at least one-half hour to give dental cement an opportunity to harden and set.
3. You should brush and floss your teeth as you always do, but do not be rough on yourself. Be careful and remove floss from the side to keep from accidentally removing your temporary crown.
4. If there is sensitivity to hot or cold, use desensitizing toothpaste. If this doesn’t help, call our office if the problem persists for more than a day or two.
5. If you have been prescribed antibiotics, take them exactly as directed.
6. If you have not been prescribed antibiotics, but want something for the pain, it is normally ok to take over the counter pain medication so long as your dentist agrees per your medical history.
7. It is also a good idea for you to rinse out your mouth three times each day with warm salt water. You need to use about one teaspoon of salt for every glass of water.
8. It is normal for your gums to be sore for a few days after placement of a temporary crown. However, if the soreness persists, feel free to contact us with any concerns about the condition of your mouth or the success of your homecare for your temporary crown.
9. Avoid chewing grainy rolls and tough steak that can leave fibers between your teeth.
10. Ask your dentist about an alcohol free antibacterial mouth rinse if you have experienced frequent gum infections in the past.
11. Do not eat curry because it will stain the temporary crown.
12. If you smoke, as hard as it seems, try not to, or at least seriously cut down.
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