{"id":224,"date":"2018-09-08T20:11:20","date_gmt":"2018-09-08T20:11:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drgeorgetphilipdmd.com\/blog\/?p=224"},"modified":"2018-10-08T20:18:15","modified_gmt":"2018-10-08T20:18:15","slug":"how-maintain-temporary-dental-crowns-in-sunnyvale","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drgeorgetphilipdmd.com\/blog\/2018\/09\/08\/how-maintain-temporary-dental-crowns-in-sunnyvale\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Maintain Temporary Dental Crowns in Sunnyvale"},"content":{"rendered":"\"AWhether you\u2019ve just had a root canal performed or you needed to restore a cracked tooth, dental crowns in Sunnyvale<\/a> truly get the job done. Of course, before they can start protecting your smile for years to come, the dentist needs to have it fabricated. Since this process can take as long as two weeks to complete, you\u2019ll need to wear a temporary crown to protect your tooth in the meantime.\r\n\r\nThis causes many patients to ask questions: \u201cHow do I maintain it?\u201d \u201cWhat can I eat?\u201d \u201cWhat if I have a dental emergency?\u201d We\u2019ll answer those questions today.\r\n\r\n\r\n

How Do I Maintain My Temporary Crown?<\/h2>\r\nIn order for temporary crowns to stay in place, but still be easy to remove later, the dentist uses temporary dental cement. Temporary crowns are also created in universal size and shape, but permanent crowns are designed to blend in with your smile exactly. After you have the temporary crown placed, you\u2019ll want to keep a few tips in mind.\r\n\r\nFirst, make sure that you avoid chewing any food on the side of your mouth where the temporary is until the local anesthesia has worn off. You don\u2019t want to accidentally unseat the temporary crown because you can\u2019t feel the gum tissue around it. Keep in mind that mild sensitivity to temperature and pressure is normal as well as gum soreness. However, these issues will disappear after you have the permanent crown placed.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, you\u2019ll want to keep up with your regular oral care routine, especially since acrylic temporary crowns attract more bacterial plaque to teeth. When flossing, pull the floss out from the side and not up to avoid accidentally loosening or dislodging the temporary crown.\r\n

What Can I Eat?<\/h2>\r\nThe dentist will likely mention that you avoid all foods that are sticky, hard or both in order to prevent damaging or loosening your temporary crown. A few of these foods include:\r\n