950 East Colorado Boulevard, 201, Pasadena, CA, USA
As soon as your whitening session is complete, you'll notice that your teeth are lighter in color, and that's exciting! That's what we want!
Now, let's keep this new ligethered smile going by maintaining it. At this stage, your teeth will be essentially porous for 48 hours ( which happens during the whitening process and is needed to lighten them), and you must avoid the following foods.
To achieve the effectiveness of your new whitened smile, follow the instructions below for the next two days.
Avoid the following:
Avoid Soy Sauce, Salsas, Ketchup, Balsamic Vinegar, Curry, Tomato Sauce, Buffalo Sauce, and Italian Marinara Sauce.
Rinse your mouth after drinking any white or clear drinks.
Remember, your teeth will be open to any color of pigment, so avoid the aforementioned sauces and foods. It's only 48 hours. Your teeth are still adjusting to the whitening experience and may become a shade or two lighter during this time.
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One Week Follow-Up
The dentist will check the implant site to ensure there are no signs of infection, swelling, or shifting. If stitches were placed, they might be removed during this appointment. You can ask any questions about healing, eating, or cleaning.
One Month Follow-Up
The dentist will check how your implant is integrating with your bone. This is called osseointegration — a fancy word for “your implant is bonding with your bone.” If everything looks great, your dentist will continue monitoring the healing process without any intervention.
Three to Six Months (Implant Placement)
Once your implant is fully healed, your dentist will attach your permanent dental crown (the visible tooth) to the implant post. This is the moment your implant starts to feel and function like a natural tooth!
Rinse After Meals:
After eating, rinse your dentures under lukewarm water to remove food particles and prevent stains. Avoid using hot water as it can warp the denture material.
Gentle Brushing:
Use a soft-bristle denture brush or a soft toothbrush to clean the surfaces of your dentures. Avoid using regular toothpaste, as it can be too abrasive. Instead, use a denture cleanser or mild, unscented soap.
Clean Your Mouth:
Even without natural teeth, it’s essential to clean your gums, tongue, and the roof of your mouth with a soft toothbrush or damp cloth to maintain good oral hygiene.
Fit Evaluation: The dentist will check whether the dentures have become loose due to natural gum shrinkage (atrophy).
Relining or Rebasing
(If Necessary):
Relining:
The dentist will add a new layer of material to the inner part of your denture to improve its fit without creating a new one.
Rebasing:
This is when the base (pink acrylic part) is replaced without altering the teeth. This is common after a few years of denture use.
Oral Health Examination:
The dentist will check your gums, tongue, and any remaining natural teeth (if applicable) to ensure your overall oral health remains stable.
Cleaning Recommendations: Your dentist may perform a professional denture cleaning to remove built-up tartar or stains.
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