{"id":161,"date":"2022-08-29T16:13:10","date_gmt":"2022-08-29T16:13:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.santaviccadental.com\/blog\/?p=161"},"modified":"2022-08-29T16:13:11","modified_gmt":"2022-08-29T16:13:11","slug":"what-to-expect-after-dental-crown-lebanon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.santaviccadental.com\/blog\/2022\/08\/29\/what-to-expect-after-dental-crown-lebanon\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Expect after Getting a Dental Crown"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Will you soon attend an appointment to get a dental crown in Lebanon<\/a>? Your new restoration will protect your tooth, provide benefits for your oral health, and perhaps even enhance your smile\u2019s appearance. Still, you might feel a little nervous about your upcoming procedure. Will you have to go through a painful or lengthy recovery period? Fortunately, most patients enjoy a smooth and relatively easy post-treatment experience. This blog post discusses what you can expect after your crown is placed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Numbness from Anesthetic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At least a portion of your mouth is likely to be numbed during your dental procedure. The numbness may stick around for several hours. Until it wears off, you should not eat anything too hot; it would be easy to accidentally burn your mouth. Testing the temperature of foods with your lips can help you determine whether they are safe to eat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After the Anesthetic Wears Off<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After any local anesthetic wears off, you might notice some sensitivity and soreness in your mouth. A degree of swelling is also common. These symptoms usually disappear after a few days or a few weeks. In the meantime, you can manage any discomfort by taking a few practical steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n