Valley Dental Associates, P.A.

 9199 Reisterstown Road
 Owings Mills, MD 21117
 (410) 363-2525

Crown & Bridge Treatment

 
Fillings
Tooth Extraction
Endodontic Treatment
Scaling & Root Planing
Temporary Restoration
Crown & Bridge
   

 

 
     

Temporary Crown
During the first visit for crown or bridge treatment,  a temporary crown is placed on your tooth for protection. The final restoration will be shaped to match and compliment your other teeth  In  rare instances, the temporary crown may come off.  If it does, apply petroleum jelly to the inside of the temporary and place it back on the tooth.  Call our office for an appointment

 
Chewing
Chew on the side of your mouth opposite the restoration until the following day.  Avoid eating sticky foods, chewing gum, and ice.		  
Brushing and Flossing
Continue your normal routine of brushing and flossing. Do not pull floss up, pull it through.

 		  

Soreness and Sensitivity
You may experience soreness around the gum line which may be relieved with a warm salt-water rinse. You may also experience sensitivity to cold and/or pressure.  This is normal.

  

Permanent Restoration
Once the temporary restoration has been placed, your bite may seem slightly different. This is normal. However, if your bite feels uneven, call our office for an appointment.