Desrochers Dental

You’ll definitely want to take the day after your extraction off so that you can relax and heal. There may also be swelling that makes you look slightly different, or make it slightly harder for you to speak. You shouldn’t exercise, bend over, or do heavy lifting for the 1-3 days after your surgery.

For most patients, over the counter painkillers are sufficient. Your dentist will prescribe you medication if you have a special case that is more uncomfortable or have certain allergies. Take painkillers immediately after your extraction, while you’re still numb, that way you’ll have support as the local anesthetic wears off. Usually it's good to avoid aspirin, as this can be a blood thinner and prevent your blood from clotting.

It can vary quite a bit, depending on the surgery performed as well as how quickly you heal. The pain usually is noticeable but with painkillers, it's not severe and after a few days you start healing. At this point you might not even need any more painkillers. If you find that your pain and discomfort is increasing after week one, you may be experiencing dry socket and should get in touch with your dentist right away.

You will be more comfortable on a liquid and soft food diet immediately after your tooth extraction procedure. Most patients usually do this for a few days after treatment, until the initial pain has faded. Don’t use straws however, as the sucking motion can pull on your stitches and also cause fresh bleeding.

Root canal procedure is not as painful as it sounds! You don't have to dread getting this procedure done. With the help of numbing medicine, you shouldn't have any severe pain. You do have to take good care of your mouth after the treatment, and you may experience some post-procedure discomfort, but nothing that an over the counter pain reliever could not ease.

Once the nerve in a tooth has suffered infection or trauma, the tooth will begin to disintegrate from the inside out. Root Canal procedure preserves the tooth so that it can be retained for several more years rather than needing to be extracted. Endodontic (root canal) treatment is recommended for situations such as: dental abscess, dying tooth, severe fracture in tooth, deep cavities, severe tooth sensitivity or pain.

Your jawbone begins to shrink from lack of stimulation. Losing your teeth will affect your smile and change the shape of your face, causing you to look prematurely aged. Teeth next to the missing tooth can also become loose over time.

Dental implants can be placed in most healthy adults. Your dentist will be able to tell you after a checkup if dental implants are right for you.

No, dental implants are typically placed under local anesthesia. Most treatments can be completed in your dentist's office.

Most people return to work the next day unless otherwise advised by the dentist. You may be prescribed medication to alleviate any minor discomfort you may have.

Dental implants are low maintenance and provide stability and confidence in your smile. Therefore, the long-term value of dental implants far exceeds conventional treatment options. They are also more comfortable as they are permanent as don't move as you eat or talk.

Desrochers Dental follows strict infection prevention and control protocols outlined by dental governing and public health bodies. These protocols help break the chain of infection keeping you and your family safe.

We have added additional measures so we can provide you with the safest care possible. Our staff are provided with increased training and education on proper hand hygiene, proper procedures of dental equipment use, and proper use of all personal protective equipment (PPE). Our priority is and will always be the safety of our patients.

Appointments will be limited and staggered to avoid crowding and allow for proper social distancing. Your temperature will be taken prior to entry to the clinic. Some of our clinic’s waiting area will be closed. Magazines and newspapers will no longer be displayed. Coffee and water service will also be suspended. Physical distancing signage will be displayed to help everyone maintain a 6-feet (2 meters) distance. Alcohol-based hand sanitizer will be available in every treatment area. Only the patient, unless a minor or a guardian is required, is allowed to enter the clinic. You will be asked to rinse with an antiseptic mouthwash before beginning your care to reduce the amount of bacteria and viruses residing in the mouth. Contact-less transaction is encouraged to limit social contact.

Yes, a face mask/face covering is required before you can enter the clinic. The clinic will provide you with a face mask if you do not have one.