Crown and Bridge:
Crown and Bridge Treatment can take from one to four appointments to complete. In those cases where we can use our E4D CAD/CAM Technology, it may be possible for a crown to be completed in one longer appointment. For those circumstances where traditional crown and bridge treatment is required, the teeth are prepared and impressions of the teeth are taken. Temporary crowns or bridges are placed to protect the teeth while the restorations are being made by our laboratory team.
It is important to refrain from eating or drinking hot beverages for at least one hour or until the numbness has completely worn off.
Occasionally, a temporary crown or bridge may come off or loosen. If this occurs, call us and bring the temporary crown with you so that we can re-cement it. It is important for temporaries to stay in place in order to prevent other teeth from moving and compromising the fit of the final restorations. Please refer to the home care instructions for temporaries.
It is normal to experience some temperature and pressure sensitivity after each appointment. This sensitivity should subside within a few weeks after placement of the final restoration. Mild pain medication may also be used as directed by our office. In unusual cases, the nerve/pulpal tissue of the tooth being restored can be irreversibly affected by the extent of work required to restore the tooth. If you experience lingering, persistent or intolerable discomfort, please contact our office so that we may properly assess and treat this problem.
If your bite feels uneven please contact the office so we can schedule you to adjust the bite.
Daily brushing and flossing are a must for your new dental work. Daily plaque removal is critical for the long term success of your new restorations as is maintaining regular hygiene appointments.
Remember, any food that can crack, chip or damage a natural tooth can do the same to your new crowns or bridges. Avoid hard foods and substances (such as nuts, peanut brittle, ice, fingernails or pencils) and sticky candies.
