If you have had local anesthesia, avoid

chewing until your numbness from the anesthetic goes away. The fillings are completely hardened during your appointment, so you can chew on them as soon as your mouth wakes up. Avoid dark liquids for the rest of the day, such as coffee tea, cola, red wine, cranberry juice or dark sauces. If you must drink coffee or tea, dilute with cream. Most people have post-operative sensitivity for about 3 months. An anti-inflammatory pain medication (Advil, Aleve) can help alleviate your discomfort.

If your tooth is sensitive every time you eat,

Take: Ibuprofen 800 mg.-3x daily

Or

Aleve (naproxen sodium 220 mg.) 

Please call if your bite feels high, you cannot chew, or post-operative sensitivity increases as the days go on, or if pain awakens you at night. Also, call if you have other questions or concerns.

WEB DISCLAIMER

***If you are allergic or have had any adverse reaction to aspirin, motrin, aleve, Ibuprofen, or any Non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), do not take medications listed above. Call the office for proper instruction.

***If you are on other medications, there is a possibility of an adverse drug reaction. Please call us and/or your physician or pharmacist before starting any medication, including those listed above.