Are you in need of a dental crown in Fremont, California? Before your first appointment, we encourage you to research in advance how to care for your new crown so that you’re prepared. Whether you have a temporary or permanent crown, you need to handle it with care.
– Avoid hard, sticky food: Your dentist may begin with a temporary crown, which can be easily dislodged by sticky or crunchy food. Even permanent crowns should not come in contact with these foods for the first 24 hours. If you have a porcelain crown, beware of hard foods like ice and popcorn kernels.
– Chew carefully: No matter what you eat, you should chew on the side of your mouth opposite the new crown. This gives the area around your crown a chance to heal.
– Floss gently: When you floss around the new crown, instead of lifting the floss up, slide it out from between your teeth so as not to disrupt the crown. The area around the new crown may be sensitive for a while, so don’t be alarmed if flossing is uncomfortable at first.
– Maintain great oral hygiene: Remember that under your crown is a natural tooth that is susceptible to tooth decay. Positive dental habits will protect your natural teeth from requiring further dental work.
For more information on caring for a dental crown, we invite you to contact Ron Hernandez, DDS at 510-248-4847. Dr. Hernandez and Dr. Chisholm are happy to sit down with you and discuss your dental crown options. We look forward to hearing from you!