Post-Op Instructions (2)
Sealants are a thin protective coating placed in grooves of teeth. They are placed where patients have difficulty brushing and prevent plaque and food from sticking into the grooves which decrease the risk of decay. Since, the covering is only in the grooves of the biting surface, the rest of the tooth is still vulnerable to decay. Good oral hygiene is still very important in preventing decay because sealants will only protect the most vulnerable part of the tooth.
Your child should not eat ice or hard candy, which can fracture the sealant. Regular dental appointments are recommended in order for us to be certain the sealants remain in place.
Sealants have an important role in the prevention of tooth decay. They can successfully protect the chewing surfaces of your child's teeth when maintained correctly. A total oral health program includes regular visits to the dentist, the use of fluoride, daily brushing and flossing, and limiting sugary snacks. If these steps are followed and sealants are used on the child's teeth, the risk of decay can be reduced or may even be eliminated!
5.Care after a Stainless Steel Crown
Children often complain about a crown feeling tight for the first couple of days. Please avoid eating anything for 1 hour after your child’s crown- placing appointment for the cement to setup.
WARNING– Foods that are sticky can loosen crowns and even make them come off! Examples of foods to avoid are: Fruit snacks, fruit leather, tootsie rolls, gum, jolly ranchers, laffy taffy, licorice etc.
In the event your child's crown come off please give our office a call and make an appointment within one week. If at all possible, please bring the crown to the appointment. If they swallow it, please do not retrieve it from the bathroom. Remember to properly brush and floss the crown as you would any of your child's other teeth.