1. How many appointments do i need for a root canal?
Endodontic(root canal therapy) can often be completed in one visit. More severe or resistant infections require multiple visits. Following the root canal treatment, two separate procedures, the post and core and the crown can often be completed in the same visit, if there is enough time allotted for the entire procedure group to be done.
2. Do you need a crown after a root canal?
Almost all root canaled teeth require a crown due to the brittle tooth condition resulting from the pulp removal. Properly treated and restored endodontic teeth are among the highest predictable procedure in dentistry.
CROWN AND BRIDGE
1. Will i be sore after treatment?
There is generally soreness around the gum line. Pressure and temperature sensitivity is occasionally seen for a few days. Do call for an appointment soon if the bite feels high or "off" once the anesthesia wears off. It is much better to polish a high spot before the tooth develops a pain or bruised feeling.
2. When can i eat?
Thirty minutes after the anesthesia wears off.
FILLINGS
1. Will i be sensitive to hot and cold?
Normal tooth preparation causes transient thermal sensitivity. Usually decreasing within a few weeks. Extensive decay and preparation may result in sensitivity for several months. Three tablets of Ibuprophen(200mg x 3) should be helpful during the healing time after fillings and crowns. Of course, do not take ibuprophen if you are allergic to it or aspirin.
2. When can i eat?
Eating can occur 30 minutes after anesthesia wears off.
BLEACHING
1. How long will the treatment take?
Approximately two weeks for each arch using the NiteWhite or Day White systems. You may treat both arches at the same time or separately. When we do the in-office BriteSmile system, the results occur in one hour. Zoom also takes about one hour.
2. Does it harm my teeth?
The chemicals in Nite White and Day White have been used for many years with no harmful effects documented or reported. BriteSmile also has been found to be entirely safe to teeth. Zoom is equally kind to the teeth and has both the in-office gel and the home gel for whitening teeth.
What is tooth whitening? Tooth whitening is a bleaching process that lightens discoloration and removes stains from the enamel and dentin of the teeth. Nite White, Day White, and Zoom! Take-Home use a mild solution retained in a custom filled appliance that is worn over your teeth while you sleep or during the day.
Why can only a dentist get my teeth their whitest? You can only get Nite White and Day White from your dentist. Prior to beginning treatment, your dentist will examine you to determine whether you have any untreated cavities, tooth decay, or unhealthy teeth. Then, a custom-fitted tray is made by taking an impression of your teeth, which gives you a personalized tray and allows you to achieve optimum results.
What causes tooth discoloration? There are many causes. The most common include aging, consumption of staining substances (coffee, teas, colas, tobacco), trauma, tetracycline(antibiotic) staining, excessive fluoride, and nerve degeneration.
Who may benefit from tooth whitening? Almost anyone. However there are some cases where the treatment may not be effective. A dentist will determine a viable candidate for the process through a thorough oral examination and diagnosis. Tooth-lightening is ideal for patients who have healthy, unrestored teeth and would like to have a whiter, brighter smile.
Can I bleach while I'm pregnant or lactating? To date, there has been no testing done on the effects of using a professional tooth-whitening system while pregnant or lactating. Therefore, we do not recommend that you use Nite White or Day White if you are pregnant or lactating.
