November 19, 2008
Your successful treatment depends on more than just excellent care while you are in the office. Post treatment directions are designed to minimize any discomfort and swelling and maximize the look and function of your results. By following the aftercare instructions given to you by your cosmetic dentist and the team, you are ensuring that you will enjoy the benefits of your new smile as quickly as possible.
To maintain your restored smile, immediately brush and floss.
Do not use any kind of baking soda toothpastes. They are the most abrasive toothpastes and they may alter the surface texture of the restorations. Be careful with tartar control toothpastes. They can cause unwanted sensitivity.
Avoid alcohol and dark liquids for 48 hours. Afterwards, immoderate alcohol usage could reduce the life of your restorations. Avoid mouthwashes that contain alcohol or are deeply pigmented such as Listerine & Scope.
Excessive use of coffee, tea, soy sauces, colas, or dark (does not shorten life of restorations but can cause staining) fruit juices will also shorten the life of your restorations.
Don’t use your teeth as tools to open candy wrappers, bottles, pens, nuts, or grasp pins, screws, paper clips, etc.
Do Not: chew on ice, bones, fingernails, frozen chocolate bars, pens, pencils or spare ribs.
Do not be concerned if you should encounter minor speech alterations (S’s, V’s, & F’s) in the first 48 hours after major cosmetic changes. Accommodation occurs rapidly.
If you have a professional cleaning elsewhere, advise the dentist/hygienist to use unflavored, non-fluoride paste (DIAMOND PASTE POLISHING).
Avoid wearing dark lip colors for the first 48 hours after placement.
Avoid biting any hard food with your front teeth. Keep to a minimum any sticky, sugary foods that can weaken the bond between the restorations and the tooth.
The cosmetic dentist will provide you with a protective retainer to prevent you from chipping or fracturing your restorations while you are sleeping.
Originally posted on plasticsurgeons.vox.com
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