Caring for a new crown, bridge or veneer
Practical care advice to help restorations last as long as possible.
Cleaning
- Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, angling toward the gum line.
- Clean between teeth daily; use a floss threader or interdental brush under a bridge.
- Decay can still start at the join between the restoration and the tooth.
What to avoid
- Biting nails, pens, ice and hard-shelled foods.
- Using front restorations to tear packaging or thread.
- Skipping a night splint if one has been recommended for grinding.
Expect and report
- Mild sensitivity for a week or two after fitting is common.
- Report a high bite, persistent ache, or any looseness promptly.
- Restorations are not permanent and will need review and eventual replacement.
General information only. Follow the specific instructions your dentist gave you. If something worries you — heavy bleeding, worsening pain, swelling or fever — call the practice on (02) 6274 0404. For difficulty breathing or swallowing, seek emergency medical care immediately.