Your tooth/teeth may be sensitive to temperature after dental treatment, this is normal and largely due to inflammation caused by the dental procedure. Tooth sensitivity usually resolves on its own over time. However, if you are experiencing discomfort for longer than 7 days, please contact our office.

Your tooth/teeth may be sensitive to biting pressure after dental treatment, this is normal and largely due to inflammation caused by the dental procedure. Pressure sensitivity usually resolves on its own over time. However, if the tooth/teeth feel “too tall” or you are not able to fit all of your teeth together in a comfortable biting position, please contact our office immediately.

Your gum tissues may be tender, bruised or abraded after your dental procedure, this is normal and most likely will heal without any intervention. However, if you are experiencing tissue discomfort for longer than 7 days, please contact our office.

You may have soreness, inflammation and/or bruising at the site where the local anesthetic was delivered, this is normal and usually resolves on its own over time. However, if you are experiencing discomfort for longer than 7 days or if you are unable to fully open/close your mouth, please contact our office.

Soft diet 3-7 days, avoid extreme hot/cold temperatures

Avoid acidic foods and beverages as well as nuts and seeds

Alternating warm and cold compresses: 5-15 minutes 1-2 times per day

Warm salt water rinses
– 1 cup warm water with 1-2 tsp celtic or Himalayan sea salt dissolved
– swish for 30 seconds–one minute and spit out

Arnica Montana (homeopathic remedy) as directed on bottle

Hypericum Performata (homeopathic remedy) as directed on bottle

Anti-inflammatory herbs
– turmeric, cloves, chamomile, ginger, garlic, cat’s claw –take as directed on bottle or by healthcare provider

Natural Remedies
– tulsi, coconut oil, licorice, cat’s claw –take as directed on bottle or by healthcare provider

OTC anti-inflammatory medication
– ibuprofen/naproxen sodium- take as directed on bottle or by healthcare provider

The information provided is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of a qualified integrative physician. The products listed above have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  The information provided above is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular product is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A qualified integrative physician or other medical professional should be consulted before taking any natural product, changing your diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.