Patient Aftercare Guide

First 24-48 Hours

• Some soreness or sensitivity around the treated tooth is normal — especially when biting. This usually settles within a few days
• Avoid chewing on the treated tooth until your permanent filling or crown is placed
• Mild swelling of the gum near the treated area can occur — this should improve within a day or two

Eating & Drinking

• Stick to soft foods on the treated side until numbness fully wears off, to avoid accidentally biting your cheek or tongue
• Avoid very hot or very cold food/drinks for the first day or two if the tooth feels sensitive
• Avoid hard or sticky foods on the treated tooth until your crown/permanent filling is completed

Daily Care

• Brush and floss as normal, but be gentle around the treated tooth
• Take prescribed pain relief (e.g., Panadol) as needed
• Complete the full course of antibiotics if prescribed, even if symptoms improve early

Follow-Up

• Make sure to return for your follow-up appointment to have a permanent filling or crown placed
• Leaving a tooth without its final restoration for too long increases the risk of the tooth cracking or becoming reinfected

Call Us If

• Pain worsens instead of improving after a few days
• Significant swelling in your face or gum
• Your temporary filling falls out before your next appointment
• Fever or other signs of infection