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The document provides post-operative care instructions for various dental procedures including tooth extraction, dental fillings, root canal therapy, crown placement, scaling and root planing, dental implants, and teeth whitening. Key recommendations include managing bleeding, pain, and swelling, adhering to a soft food diet, maintaining oral hygiene, and avoiding certain foods and activities to ensure proper healing. Follow-up care is emphasized for procedures like root canals and crowns to protect the treated areas.

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instructions

The document provides post-operative care instructions for various dental procedures including tooth extraction, dental fillings, root canal therapy, crown placement, scaling and root planing, dental implants, and teeth whitening. Key recommendations include managing bleeding, pain, and swelling, adhering to a soft food diet, maintaining oral hygiene, and avoiding certain foods and activities to ensure proper healing. Follow-up care is emphasized for procedures like root canals and crowns to protect the treated areas.

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1.

Tooth Extraction

Instructions:

 Bleeding: Bite on the gauze pad placed over the extraction site for 30–45 minutes. Replace it
with a new pad if bleeding persists, or use a damp tea bag (tannins help clotting).

 Pain Management: Use prescribed pain medications or over-the-counter analgesics like


ibuprofen as directed.

 Swelling: Apply a cold compress to the cheek near the extraction site for 15 minutes on and
off during the first 24 hours.

 Diet: Stick to soft foods (e.g., soups, yogurt, smoothies) for the first 24–48 hours. Avoid hot,
spicy, or crunchy foods.

 Hygiene: Avoid brushing the area for 24 hours. Rinse gently with warm salt water starting
the day after surgery, 2–3 times a day.

Avoid:

 Smoking or using straws for 72 hours to prevent dry socket.

 Vigorous rinsing or spitting.

2. Dental Fillings

Instructions:

 Numbness: Avoid eating or drinking hot beverages until numbness from the anesthesia
wears off to prevent accidental injury.

 Sensitivity: Mild sensitivity to temperature or pressure is normal and should subside within a
few days.

 Diet: Avoid hard or sticky foods for the first 24 hours, especially if an amalgam filling was
placed.

3. Root Canal Therapy

Instructions:

 Pain and Swelling: Some discomfort is normal. Use prescribed pain relievers or over-the-
counter medications as needed.

 Temporary Filling: Avoid chewing on the treated tooth until a permanent restoration is
placed.

 Hygiene: Brush and floss as usual, being gentle around the treated area.

Follow-Up:

 Return for placement of a crown or permanent filling to protect the tooth.


4. Dental Crown or Bridge Placement

Temporary Crown Care:

 Avoid sticky or hard foods to prevent dislodging the temporary crown.

 If the crown comes off, contact your dentist to have it re-cemented.

Permanent Crown Care:

 Mild sensitivity or discomfort is normal and should subside in a few days.

 Maintain good oral hygiene with brushing and flossing, especially around the gumline.

5. Scaling and Root Planing (Deep Cleaning)

Instructions:

 Gum Sensitivity: Expect some soreness or bleeding for a day or two.

 Diet: Avoid spicy or acidic foods for 24 hours.

 Oral Hygiene: Resume gentle brushing and flossing. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush.

 Rinses: Use an antimicrobial mouth rinse if prescribed.

6. Dental Implants

Instructions:

 Bleeding: Bite on gauze to control bleeding.

 Pain and Swelling: Apply cold packs and take prescribed medications.

 Diet: Stick to soft foods for the first few days.

 Hygiene: Avoid brushing the surgical site for the first day. Use a prescribed antibacterial
rinse.

7. Teeth Whitening

Instructions:

 Avoid foods and drinks that may stain your teeth (e.g., coffee, tea, red wine) for 48 hours.

 Use desensitizing toothpaste if sensitivity occurs.

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