Some tenderness around the tooth that was treated is common during the first few days. The gum can feel a little irritated too especially if the dentist had to work to the gum line. Mild sensitivity to cold or pressure often goes away as your mouth gets used to the crown.<\/p>\r\n
Severe pain isn’t something you should simply ignore. If discomfort keeps getting worse of getting better call your dentist. The same goes for swelling or a crown that feels loose.<\/p>\r\n
Yes,. Give yourself some time. If you had anaesthetic wait until the numbness has completely gone before eating properly. Biting your cheek because you couldn’t feel it is a way to spend an afternoon.<\/p>\r\n
If you have a crown rather than the final one be more careful. Sticky foods are particularly good at pulling crowns loose which is exactly the kind of problem nobody wants to deal with twice.<\/p>\r\n
For people the first few days are the most noticeable. After that the tooth often starts feeling less strange. You may still notice sensitivity for a little longer particularly with cold drinks.<\/p>\r\n
Recovery isn’t really about waiting for the crown itself to heal. A crown doesn’t heal like a cut does. Your tooth and surrounding gum need time to settle after the work while your bite also needs to feel natural again.<\/p>\r\n
This one is worth taking. If the crowned tooth hits before your teeth when you bite down tell your dentist. A small adjustment can often fix the problem.<\/p>\r\n
Don’t assume you’ll get used to a badly balanced bite. Constant pressure on one tooth can make eating uncomfortable. Leave the area feeling sore. Honestly getting the bite checked is far better than trying to tolerate it.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Brush but take it easy around sore gum tissue for the first few days.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Floss beside the crown. If the floss keeps catching or feels impossible to pass tell your dentist rather than forcing it.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 A temporary crown deserves care because it isn’t meant to handle everything a permanent crown does.<\/p>\r\n
\u2022 Teeth grinding at night? Mention it to your dentist because repeated heavy pressure can put strain on the crown.<\/p>\r\n
Call your dentist if the crown becomes loose or falls out. Do the same if you develop pain that doesn’t settle significant swelling or a bite that still feels wrong.<\/p>\r\n
Don’t panic if the tooth feels unfamiliar for a few days. Your tongue is remarkably good at finding anything in your mouth even when everything is perfectly fine.<\/p>\r\n