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DISCOMFORT AND PAIN: |
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Discomfort immediately after the
appointment is normal and can be relieved with Tylenol,
Aspirin, or Ibuprofen. |
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TOOTH
SENSITIVITY: |
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Teeth may be sensitive to
temperature changes and/or sweets. The sensitivity to temperature may
be intense at first,
but usually |
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diminishes
quickly. |
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BLEEDING: |
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Some
slight bleeding
may occur during the next several brushings, but the bleeding should
steadily decrease after two or three days. |
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APPEARANCE: |
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Root
surfaces may be more exposed as the
swelling of the inflamed gum tissue goes away. This may result in more
open space |
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between teeth. |
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INSTRUCTIONS TO MINIMIZE SYMPTOMS: |
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Diet
| Eating: If extensive root plannng was performed, chewing hard
foods, such as meat or raw vegetables may be uncomfortable. |
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A Diet
of a softer consistency
is advisable until chewing becomes more comfortable. |
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ORAL
HYGIENE: |
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If gum tissues are tender,
brush your teeth gently, but thoroughly. This may take a little more
time than normal and by the third, or |
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fourth day normal hygiene techniques can be resumed. Mouth rinsing is
recommended with either of the following solutions: |
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1. An Anti Microbial Rinse |
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2. A Warm Saline Rinse |
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