Dental Articles

Oral Surgery: Post Operative Instructions Care of the mouth after surgery has an important effect on healing. Swelling, discomfort, slight oozing of blood, and restricted jaw movement may be expected depending on the extent and location of the surgery. These problems...

BRACES We do everything we can to keep our patients happy during their orthodontic treatment, and there are three things that we ask our patients to do to keep themselves happy! Brush and Floss! This is so important! Brushing and flossing can mean the difference...

CLEANING/FLUORIDE Please follow these instructions following your fluoride varnish treatment. Fluoride varnish will remain on your teeth for approximately 4-6 hours.  Please follow the guidelines below during that time only: Do not brush or floss. Avoid hot beverages....

EXTRACTION: Post Operative Instructions After tooth extraction, it’s important for a blood clot to form to stop the bleeding and begin the healing process. That’s why we ask you to bite on a gauze pad for 45 minutes after the appointment. If the bleeding or oozing...

Deep Cleaning Once you head home from the office after your deep cleaning (or “periodontal root planing”), you may begin to experience some cold or heat sensitivity and gum soreness. As with most oral treatments, a small amount of bleeding is normal. To soothe...