POST-TREATMENT CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Post-Treatment Guide

Post-Treatment Care Instructions

Patient Information Guide

We wish you a smooth and speedy recovery…

Many patients experience varying levels of sensitivity after teeth whitening. This sensitivity is temporary and gradually decreases over time.
For a few days after teeth whitening, avoid extremely hot or cold foods and drinks.
Avoid strongly coloured foods and drinks for at least two to three days, ideally for one week.
Examples of items that may cause staining include cola, tea, coffee, red wine, deeply coloured fruits, mustard, ketchup, dark sauces, cocoa and chocolate desserts, tomato-based foods and smoking. Acidic foods may also increase sensitivity.

Examples of foods and drinks that are generally suitable during this period include: milk, water, natural mineral water, soda water, bananas, peeled apples or pears, white bread, yoghurt, white cheese, rice, pasta, potatoes, chicken, fish and eggs.

Good oral hygiene is essential for the success of gum treatment.
Brushing too hard or using an incorrect technique may cause gum recession, tooth wear and sensitivity.
Brush your teeth twice a day for approximately two minutes using a soft or medium-bristled toothbrush.
When brushing, place the toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to the gum line and use gentle sweeping motions from the gum towards the tooth.
Use dental floss or interdental brushes to clean between your teeth.
Mild sensitivity and slight oozing or bleeding may occur after scaling or deep cleaning. This is normal and usually resolves within a few days.

Important Warnings

As spitting may increase bleeding, do not spit, and swallow if necessary.
For the first two hours after gum surgery, do not eat or drink.
Avoid hot foods and drinks for the first 24 hours; choose soft, lukewarm foods instead.
Chew on the side opposite the treated area.
Avoid acidic, spicy foods and alcoholic drinks. Do not smoke for five days after treatment.

Do not chew with the treated area until the numbness has completely worn off.
Sensitivity may occasionally occur after a filling.
This may vary depending on the depth of the decay and the condition of the tooth and usually resolves on its own within a week.
If night pain or sensitivity to hot and cold persists for more than a week, root canal treatment may be required.
Maintain good oral hygiene to help fillings in visible areas last longer.
Poor oral hygiene may cause staining on filling surfaces.

Important Points

After a filling, do not chew with the treated area until the numbness has completely worn off.
After fillings used to close screw-access holes in restorations over implants, it is recommended to avoid coloured foods for 24 hours.

As swelling decreases after surgery, spaces may develop between the denture and the soft tissue.
In this case, you may need to use denture adhesive to improve retention.
Temporary removable dentures fitted after surgery are designed to support appearance, speech and chewing.
Adapting to these dentures may take time; choose mostly soft and liquid foods during this period to make chewing easier.
It is important to remove dentures before going to sleep at night.
Use a firm denture brush and suitable denture-cleaning solutions to clean the dentures.
For the oral tissues, gentle brushing with a soft brush twice a day is recommended.

Please Note

Removable dentures are more affected by smoking and coloured foods than fixed restorations and natural teeth.
For this reason, it is recommended to reduce smoking and the consumption of tea, coffee and strongly coloured foods as much as possible.

Root canal treatment is usually completed in one or more appointments.
A temporary filling is placed between appointments to protect the tooth.
It is common for a temporary filling to wear down or partially break over time. However, if the filling falls out completely you should contact your dentist.
Mild aching or tenderness may occur after treatment.
A tooth that has undergone root canal treatment may still require extraction in the future.
Regular oral care is necessary to maintain the success of the treatment.

Important Warnings

Do not chew with the treated area until the numbness has completely worn off.
If you develop swelling in the tooth or surrounding tissues after root canal treatment, contact your dentist.

Temporary sensitivity to hot, cold, sweet or acidic foods may occur and usually resolves within a week.
If sensitivity lasts longer than 21 days, a follow-up examination may be required.
Cut large bites into smaller pieces and chew on both sides.
Do not use back restorations to crack hard-shelled foods such as hazelnuts or walnuts.
For multiple crowns and bridges, use interdental brushes, dental floss, super floss or a water flosser.
A toothbrush and interdental brush are the basic tools for mechanical cleaning.
Redness, slight bleeding or temporary gum enlargement may occur after restorations are cemented.
With regular oral hygiene, the gums usually return to a healthy condition in a short time.

Things You Must Avoid

After the restorations are cemented, do not eat anything for two hours.
For 24 hours, avoid hard foods.
Do not use front crowns to open bottles or bite through hard objects.
With your front teeth, avoid hard biting and tearing motions.

These recommendations are for general guidance only; always follow the specific instructions given by your dentist.

Within 0–24 Hours

First Day

Bleeding control: Bite firmly on the gauze placed after surgery for 30–45 minutes.
Diet: Consume lukewarm or cold, soft foods. Avoid hot foods and drinks for 24 hours.
Cold application: During the first 24 hours, apply ice to the cheek for 5 minutes, then take a 5-minute break.
Rest: Rest with your head supported on a high pillow.

After 24 Hours – 7 Days

First Week

Oral care: If prescribed by your dentist, you may begin using chlorhexidine mouthwash.
Brushing: Brush the other areas without touching the surgical site.
Diet: Avoid hard, crusty and very hot foods.
Medication: Take the medication prescribed by your dentist exactly as directed.
Swelling/bruising: It may increase during the first 2–3 days and then begin to decrease.
Stitches: They should be checked as instructed by your dentist.

After 2–6 Weeks

Healing Period

Avoid strenuous exercise, traumatic movements and pressure on the area.
Diet: Gradually return to your normal diet.
Smoking: It is very important not to smoke during this period.
Hygiene: Brush gently twice a day.

Strict Restrictions (First 24 Hours)

Do not rinse your mouth, spit, or use a straw.
Do not smoke or drink alcohol during the first 24 hours.

If You Had a Sinus Lift / Bone Graft

Do not blow your nose.
When sneezing, always keep your mouth open.
Avoid activities that increase pressure.
Contact the clinic if you experience excessive or foul-smelling discharge.

When Should You Contact the Clinic?

Severe bleeding that does not stop with pressure
Pain, swelling or a bad smell that worsens after 2–3 days
Fever above 38°C
Early opening of stitches or significant bone-graft loss
A feeling of movement around the implant
Blood or fluid coming from the nose after sinus surgery

In Short

First 24 hours: Avoid hot foods, smoking and alcohol; apply ice and do not rinse or spit.
First 7 days: Eat soft foods and take your medication as prescribed.
If you had a sinus lift: Avoid actions that increase pressure in the nose/sinus area.

Pain Relief

May be taken 2–3 times a day, if prescribed.

(Examples may include Arveles, Dolorex, Dexday, Apranax, Parol or similar analgesics, if prescribed.)

Mouthwash

Use twice daily starting 2 days after surgery, if prescribed.

(Examples may include Andorex, chlorhexidine-based products, etc.)

Antibiotic

Take every 12 hours after food, if prescribed.

(Examples may include Augmentin, Klamoks, Rovamycine, etc.)

Second Antibiotic (If Required)

May be used after a sinus lift if recommended by your dentist.

(For example, metronidazole-containing medicines such as Flagyl, if prescribed.)

Important Note: Brand names of medicines may vary. You may be prescribed a different brand containing the same active ingredient. Always use medication exactly as prescribed by your dentist.

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When to Seek Advice

Contact our clinic without delay if you experience bleeding that does not stop with pressure, a fever above 38°C, severe swelling that makes breathing difficult, or pain that continues to worsen.

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