(901) 347-3527 info@gtownsmiles.com At Home instructions for Crowns After Crown Treatment We have placed a permanent crown or bridge. We suggest you follow these instructions: Eating and Drinking: Wait 30 minutes before eating or drinking to allow the permanent glue to set up Anesthetic and Chewing: Avoid chewing anything on either side of your mouth until the anesthetic has worn off, so you don’t chew up your cheek or tongue. Brushing/Flossing: You should brush and floss around a crown just as you would with the rest of your teeth – gently and thoroughly. Discomfort: Expect some discomfort in and around your gums for up to 2 weeks. Keep them clean and you’ll heal quicker. You may use warm salt water to rinse the area and you can take any OTC pain medication like Motrin, Tylenol or Aspirin. Coming Loose : If your crown comes loose or comes off, call immediately and get in as soon as possible so we can re-cement it. If the office is closed or you are unable to come in, please purchase temporary cement or denture adhesive from your local drug store and put the crown back in place. Your crown holds the tooth in place, keeps food off the tooth, and prevents the gums from growing into where the crown is cemented. Leaving a crown off for any length of time could jeopardize your tooth and make your next appointment very unpleasant. It Feels Wrong: If the bite feels uneven or wrong after 1 week, call for an appointment so we can adjust your crown. It’s a quick appointment and do so will avoid tooth or jaw pain and get you back to normal quickly.