Care after Crown Preparation

Your tooth has been prepared for a crown and an appointment has been made to see you back in two weeks to place the permanent crown. You can expect: 

• Mild sensitivity or discomfort is normal after the procedure. Over-the-counter pain relievers can help manage this.
• Avoid eating or drinking hot or cold items until the numbness wears off to prevent accidental injury.

To protect the tooth and gums until you get your permanent crown, a temporary crown has been placed. Here is some care instruction:
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• Avoid sticky, hard, or chewy foods that could dislodge or damage the temporary crown.
• Brush gently around the temporary crown and floss carefully by sliding the floss out sideways to avoid accidentally dislodging it.
• If the temporary crown becomes loose or falls off, contact your dentist promptly. In the meantime, you can use temporary dental cement from a pharmacy to secure it.