Patient Consent Form Following Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatment
24/11/2014 Advices
Root planing is the meticulous cleaning of root surfaces to remove dental plaque and calculus. This treatment requires removing the dental plaque and calculus on the root surface inside periodontal pocket in order to get rid of the bacteria that cause gum disease. It helps to reduce inflammation and allows the gum diseases to be recovered. It is important […]
Instructions following non-surgical periodontal treatment
24/11/2014 Advices
Do not eat or drink anything until numbness is gone, to avoid accidental biting or burning. Do not rinse vigorously. Do not exercise. On the day of the procedure, rest as much as possible. Light bleeding in treated area is normal. Try not to eat acidic or crunchy foods on the treated area for a […]
Post-Op Tips for Endodontics (root canal treatment)
24/11/2014 Advices
Anaesthesia will disappear completely roughly 2 to 3 hours after the procedure. It is preferable to avoid chewing on the treated side to avoid biting yourself or hurting yourself. To minimize post-op sensitivity, we promote the use of ibuprofen (Motrin or Advil). It is possible that your dentist prescribe you antibiotics. If this is the […]
Tips for Gingival Grafts
24/11/2014 Advices
PRE-OP INSTRUCTIONS : Refrain from taking aspirin 10 days prior to the procedure (and after surgery). Do not consume alcohol 24 hours before the procedure. One week before surgery, stop vitamin E intake. Do not forget to inform us if you are using anticoagulants (such as Plavis, Coumadin, etc.). POST-OP INSTRUCTION : DO NOT SMOKE […]
Post-Extraction Care Tips
24/11/2014 Advices
Rinsing your mouth: Do not rinse your mouth or spit for 24 hours. Starting the next day, gently rinse 4 or 5 times a day with lukewarm saltwater (½ teaspoon of salt in a glass of boiled water). Bleeding: It is normal for the gum to bleed after a surgical procedure. Keep the dressing gauze […]
Dental Phobia: The Fear of Dentists
24/02/2015 Advices
Who does not know the feeling of uneasiness before going to the dentist? Certainly many have, and about 30% of the population reports to be actually afraid of going to the dentist. In some cases these fears are due to traumatic childhood experiences which can trigger palpitations, sweating, or a gagging reflex during dental treatment, […]
