Post op instructions after temporary and permanent crowns

[@elizabethesquivel-hofstedt6860]

How do you actually properly and safely floss a crown? I am afraid it will pop off. Can you use a waterpik or should you do both? Can you use a sonic toothbrush? I can't find a video anywhere showing how to do this properly and safely.

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

Sonic toothbrushes and water flossers combinations are both great options for cleaning around you dental work. As long as your crown or bridge is free of decay and the cement is holding well, you shouldn't have any problems. When you use a string floss, you'll want to floss down the long axis of the tooth, from "head to toe", and under the gums well. If you feel any ledge or crown margin that gets the floss resistance, you can pull the floss through instead of back up again.

[@janetdominguez3057]

Anyone experienced depression after getting front tooth’s crowned ? It’s been almost 2 weeks since I got my top 6 teeth crowned and I have sensitivity to certain sounds .

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

Chatting with the team here to see what the dental professionals have to offer up.

[@biocatalyst2021]

Does it take longer to heal for some?

[@MIRLZY]

You had more explanation than the Dr. I just payed 1500$ to.. literally walked away from me as I was asking questions..

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

We are so sorry. It's hard to feel confident with a caregiver when you don't feel like they are able to take the time with you.

[@MIRLZY]

@@BURSTOralCareTV is it common for crown to be at the gumline? If I brush should the toothbrush be going in gum under the crown

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

@@MIRLZY Your toothbrush should get under the margin of the crown if possible. A crown edge should be pretty close to the gums..... When a crown invades the tissue or if the gums get inflamed around a crown, it can trap food and germs quite easily.

[@MIRLZY]

@@BURSTOralCareTV that makes me feel better I was worried the crown wasn't far enough down. Just had permanent put on today. Will inner gum grow back around crown or wil i always feel edge of the crown

[@MIRLZY]

@@BURSTOralCareTV you have no idea how much I appreciate you answering my questions

[@forestthomer938]

The center of my tooth hurts when I bite now.. it has only been a few days though. Idk if i really needed a crown... I had a cavity like 30 years ago... Never had any issues w the filling or another cavity but the past 4 years the dentist has been recommending a crown bc of a small fracture in the tooth and being a tooth grinder. Had an extra $1300 so said let's do it to avoid a potential future problem...

[@reaganyc07]

I fell victim to the same pitch sadly. They care about money more rather than pateient’s life quality.

[@metalcoffie]

Had mystery tooth pain in an upper left molar for years. No one knew what it was. Eventually I had a small cavity in that tooth. After it was filled the tooth hurt REAL bad. So I got a root canal. That fixed it about 90% of the way, but still hurt when tapping the teeth. So then I get the temporary crown put on about a week ago, that put it back down to about 78% better. Drinking coffee and being in front of fans once again is uncomfortable. I feel like once the permanent crown is on, it'll still hurt and just be WAY harder to fix? idk, what to do. idk, what to ask. It just sucks.

[@luelweldetensae9348]

Does it still feel uncomfortable and how is it now

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

Definitely worth asking your dentist if you should wait a bit or go ahead with the crown. It can take some time for things to settle down after those types of procedures where the nerve is involved

[@GospelOfTimothy]

It may have a hairline crack that they can't see or maybe abscessed. I had hairline cracks that dentist couldn't find for years and then one day the tooth just cracked in half and the pain was gone. This actually happened on three of my teeth. Because I am a mouth breather from a deviated septum my teeth dry out and crack.

[@jaymore012]

4 years with my temporary still going strong lol

[@savidwayz6077]

Seriously??

[@jacobstuhr3015]

Is it normal to be able to feel the edge of a crown at the gumline? I had crowns fitted 5 days ago and i noticed i can feel a ''ledge'' on some of the teeth with my fingernails. Is this normal? And will the gums heal with time and ''seal'' the edge?

[@yangguo402]

I have the exactly same question and concern. Please let me know if you have more info about it. Thanks!

[@animeshupadrasta7971]

Is it normal to feel a little weird after getting a permanent crown ? I got my permanent crown yesterday and it feels a bit weird.. Moreover the dental crown feels a bit heavy... I don't know how to describe this feeling... And I'm getting worried..

[@nicolefiocco4516]

Thank you, Doctor! Just a quick question for you: is it safe to have a tooth cleaning (prophy) one week after the placement of a permanent crown (on a back molar)? That's what I'm scheduled for but I'm not sure if it's too soon. I want to heal well and make sure I don't disrupt my gums or new crown. Thanks so much!

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

That should be completely fine and a great time to see how the crown fits and make sure everything feels great and that you're able to floss and brush that area well

[@nicolefiocco4516]

Thank you for your help! I'm hoping it doesn't turn into a deep cleaning/SRP because apparently I'm on the bubble and they won't know until they start. They also adjusted a previous crown that someone else placed that was never comfortable. All in all, I'm just very motivated to correct all these issues and heal!

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

@@nicolefiocco4516 It sounds like you are on the right path. Good luck!

[@nicolefiocco4516]

Thank you :) I hope so!

[@biocatalyst2021]

I had filling and then crown placement . It has been two weeks but I still feel cold sensations and still cannot chew from that side. I got adjustment twice . What do you suggest?

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

Although we can't give you any specific advice, stay in touch with your dentist... all dental work can cause some sensitivity, especially if the damage or restoration are near the nerve of the tooth. Most people notice gradual improvements so if something still doesn't feel right and you can't eat comfortably, have it looked at again.

[@biocatalyst2021]

@@BURSTOralCareTV Yeah. The damage was near the nerve .

[@franciscocabrera7017]

Does blackening happen around the permanent crown with time?

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

It definitely can. Sometimes the gums will drop below the level of the crown margin, exposing a little ring of metal underneath the porcelain too

[@stevenhernandez39]

Can you eat day after temp crowns

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

Typically you'll be able to chew normally after the temporary cement is set up but you'll want to avoid super crunchy or sticky items until your permanent crowns are in place.

[@geechiisuede]

I just got a temporary crown but I feel a lot dental cement on the crown and the tooth next to it. How to get rid of the extra cement

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

If would be near impossible for you to do that. Since it's a temporary crown, you definitely don't want to risk removing it by accident but give the office a call if it's really bugging you. Would probably take just a few minutes for them to look and clean up a bit

[@williamramirez487]

I got my crown 4 days ago but now I'm still experiencing sensitivity and aching especially at night, is it gonna take 2 weeks to get comfortable or I need to tell my dentist?

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

Might be good to call your dentist and let them know how you are feeling.

[@animeshupadrasta7971]

Is it normal to feel a little weird after getting a permanent crown ? I got my permanent crown yesterday and it feels a bit weird.. Moreover the dental crown feels a bit heavy... I don't know how to describe this feeling... And I'm getting worried..

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

@@animeshupadrasta7971 It can take some time for swelling to subside from local anesthetic. Definitely call your dentist if you feel like something isn't right. It can take some time to adjust to a man made tooth.

[@Stephanie-zz4cg]

I am terified of going to the dentist, I literally feel like I'm going to die. These videos help calm my nerves, thank you. My two back teeth, bottom left both have a quadrant that broke off. One broke off month ago, no pain and never had a crown put on. The second tooth right next to that one a quadrant broke off. Is it safe to have two crowns next to each other put on? I'm so afraid the dentist will make a mistake that will cause me pain and the crowns will not fit properly.

[@GospelOfTimothy]

I have two crowns right next to each other. I chipped two molars by biting on a piece of popcorn chicken.

[@PartsUnknownn]

I know it’s a year later but what did you end up doing? I had the exact same thing happen to me. Bottom left back molar had a quadrant break clean off. Have a temp crown on now.

[@donny4271]

If you get a front tooth permanent crown on, can you still bite into things like subway sandwiches, burgers, apples, or beef jerky? Mine will be tooth #10. A lateral incisor. Do I have any real diet restrictions after getting a permanent crown?

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

Generally crowns are strong and can be used for biting into foods like normal. Although every situation is different and the dentist that provides the service will be your best resource.

[@iinsiidiious]

What happens if I flossed the day of getting my crown cemented, would it affect it in any way?

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

You should be able to floss carefully according to your dentist's instructions. Sometimes they ask you to wait a day until the cement is fully hardened.

[@bongtubermonalisa5720]

Iam getting pain post dental crown for lower back tooth. I didn't have any pain after it's root canall visited the dentist where I had my dental crown done and they took my tooth x-ray again and concluded that my root canal is absolutely clear, there are no issues. Finally advised to wait for a week and come if the pain continues.Can you please tell me the cause for the pain in my dental crown and suggest some remedies....

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

As you can imagine, the BEST way to find a solution for any residual pain is to keep in touch with your dentist that did the work. Check the bite, perhaps have them suggest a anti inflammatory while your nerves settle down. Again, only a dental professional that has you and your images in front of them will be able to give a diagnosis

[@forestthomer938]

I didn't go to a dentist for over a decade and had no cavities and I've never really flossed my teeth that much, maybe occasionally... Only ever had one cavity when I was a child... Got a crown bc of a crack from that childhood filling as a preventative measure... Idk if I would have been better off just continuing to do what I was doing and wait out the next decade for a major break.

[@GospelOfTimothy]

You're like me I barely ever floss. I think it's necessary to floss to get the food that's stuck between teeth but flossing can put bacteria beneath the gumline.

[@forestthomer938]

@@GospelOfTimothy my crown was a terrible idea. I shouldn't have listen to my dentist recommendation. Going on 5 months and I still can't chew on the tooth after 5 adjustments and my dentist basically telling me they don't know what the issue is and to see a specialist... So... No idea what to do.

[@GospelOfTimothy]

@@forestthomer938 there's dentist and then there's parodontitis that look for gum disease. My dentist told me to use Colgate peroxyl. I am not a dentist I had a similar problem and the tooth was abscessed. I had to get it pulled. Some people say it's cheaper to get it pulled and an implant then a root canal. But I don't like the idea of implants. So I'm undecided if I want to get a bridge or a partial.

[@forestthomer938]

@@GospelOfTimothy my tooth wasn't infected and didn't have any issues, the crown was preventive bc the tooth was cracked, having a filling in it for over 30 years... But it never bothered me... Now that I have a crown my tooth is useless...I think I'm going to have them just do a root canal and put the crown back on, they say it doesn't need a root canal but I literally can't bite anything w the tooth now.

[@GospelOfTimothy]

@@forestthomer938 if it was cracked the crack is probably causing you the pain. Like I said I had three teeth that was cracked none of the dentist could find it. I just lived with the pain until the teeth cracked almost in half. They only hurt me when I Bit on them so it wasn't that bad. I would think twice about that root canal though. Maybe if they find the crack they can grind it out.

[@allisonroseg1]

My temporary crown just came off and I swallowed it. They can't fit me in to give me a new temp until Monday, which is 5 days away. Problem is...starting Monday I have jury duty, so I can't get in to see them until the following Monday at which point the missing crown tooth will be exposed for 12 days at that point...is that dangerous? I have a retainer I wear every night since I finished Invisalign, so I'm not so concerned about the teeth shifting as my retainer will/should keep them in place. I'm not concerned about the gum/tooth being exposed and getting an infection? I did not have a root canal done, just a regular non root canal crown.

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

Oh that’s no fun. Rest assured a temporary crown shouldn’t cause you any trouble and your digestive system will do it’s thing. Now if it was a permanent or gold crown… we’ll, let’s just say we’ve heard some fun recovery stories

[@brandieb6581]

I know this vid is old but maybe someone is still around. I got a temp crown yesterday. Today after dinner i noticed something stringy on the backside of my tooth. Its #4. Of course i messed with it with my toungue. Some of it came out. Maybe glue or cement. Idk. Is that normal? Should i call my dentist? I have a long time with this thing. I dont get my permanent until oct 21

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

@@brandieb6581 we are always here. Thanks for watching the video. We would always suggest you visit your dentist for a quick check if you aren’t sure about something in your mouth. It could definitely be cement but always good to be on the safe side

[@WILLOWx88]

A week ago I got my first two crowns. The first 3 days was a horrible gum pain. It was swollen. Im guessing that's normal since my dentist had to drill some more of the teeth and since she is close to the gums it makes a wound in there. But..is it normal that I see the edge of both crowns and it looks to me that the gum is...missing? I'm a bit worried it's gonna stay like that 😬

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

It's fairly common to see a "ledge" or margin of the man made crown. You can rinse with warm salt water and let your dental team know if the swelling doesn't go away in a few days. When you go back again, ask them if the margins of the crowns look stable and healthy. Generally your gum tissue won't grow back

[@WILLOWx88]

@@BURSTOralCareTV Oh, wow. So it stays like that. Yikes! What if it's front teeth 😱 Isn't there something like a gum surgery to fix this? Is that an option? Appreciate the fast reply. Thank you!

[@animeshupadrasta7971]

Is it normal to feel a little weird after getting a permanent crown ? I got my permanent crown yesterday and it feels a bit weird.. Moreover the dental crown feels a bit heavy... I don't know how to describe this feeling... And I'm getting worried..

[@WILLOWx88]

@@animeshupadrasta7971 I had that same feeling with my 1st two crowns. Few days later it was all back to normal. Later on I got another crown made from different material (more expensive one) and honestly I had no issue with it. It was like I never had it put on. I wonder if it depends on the material of the crown 🤔

[@animeshupadrasta7971]

@@WILLOWx88 so it is normal to have a weird feeling while biting and all, during the very first days?

[@praisegod3768]

Hi doctor, I got a temporary crown on one of my molars recently. I'd had a pretty big filling on that tooth and the dentist drilled it down and then placed on an aluminum temporary crown. I couldn't feel it at the time because I was all number up from novocain, but later in the day as my tongue went over the teeth, I noticed that there is a space between my newly-temporary-crowned molar and the adjacent tooth. I don't think that space was there before, but it's hard to say since my cavity was placed on it maybe 20+ years ago. I called my dentist but the gal at the office didn't seem to think this was a big deal. Will the permanent crown fit better than this temporary one? I have no pain when I bite on the new temporary crown, and there isn't any sensitivity with hot or cold foods/liquids. Any advice? Thank you.

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

Even with all of the cool advancements in dentistry, it can still be challenging to get the shape of temporary (and permanent) crowns to mimic the original tooth. When you have the permanent crown seated, that's the time to ask questions, have your bite checked, floss that area and make sure it feels just right :). Good luck from team BURST

[@animeshupadrasta7971]

Is it normal to feel a little weird after getting a permanent crown ? I got my permanent crown yesterday and it feels a bit weird.. Moreover the dental crown feels a bit heavy... I don't know how to describe this feeling... And I'm getting worried..

[@gilmotier]

It’s been a few months. Care to update us on your crown situation?

[@joannenichols5679]

Hello, I got 24 zirconium crowns fitted on Saturday 12th March the front on 6 Amd back on 3 each X top and bottom. Is it normal for my natural tooth to be slightly showing in one part ? I asked the agent of the dentist. She said it can take 3 months to heal and the gum should grow down? I’m not that confident though?! Also the gums over my top teeth r looking white in between the teeth - I have pics if you would like me to email if you give me your email? Will this go away and return to pink healthy gum? I have over 10 ulcers on my gums from all the trauma of the dentist taking out my temps and trying my permanents in before cementing as each time the shape was not good! I like them now but I still don’t feel my bite is correct but because I’m in pain with ulcers and sensitivity I am unsure if my bite is good or not. Could you give me feed back please . I can’t go back to the same dentist until june . Thanks jo x

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

Wow you had quite a bit of work done. As you can imagine, our team isn't able to give specific medical or dental advice since every case if different and we are not legally allowed to provide consultations. For ulcers and trauma, you can rinse with warm salt water and take a mild pain reliever as prescribed by your doctor... Your dental team will be the best resource as you get use to the new crowns and as your tissues heal. Let them guide you about the BEST ways to keep everything plaque free. Daily flossing and brushing well are key to helping everything last a long time.

[@sulvalove7227]

Can you please give updates how you go I had 6 zirconium crowns done my front teeth 1 month ago and I am traumatised I wish I never had it feels fake I don’t know what to do

[@Arman.Toussaint]

I’m experiencing major swelling on the left side of my face and under my eye is that normal after getting temporary crowns before getting permanent crowns

[@stephaniea3688]

What cause the swelling? Did it get better on its own?

[@enriquesol]

4 crowns in 1 day coming tomorrow im scared

[@BURSTOralCareTV]

@@enriquesol good luck! Make sure to ask any questions before you get started so you feel comfortable