Yes! Once Dr. Rush has permanently placed your dental crown or bridge, you'll be able to chew and eat with ease again.
It's normal to have some tenderness as you're getting used to your new bite; however, if it persists, contact our team to have Dr. Rush adjust your bite. You may also want to stick with soft foods for the first meal or two after your restoration is placed.
Protecting Your Smile Investment
Once you have your crown or bridge, you'll want to know how to protect your smile investment, and the answer is simple: treat it like you would your natural teeth.
Daily brushing and flossing is a must for keeping gum tissues around your restoration healthy. Routine checkups with your Fort Collins dentist will also ensure the health and function of your dental restorations.
Avoiding sticky or chewy foods, which could pull a crown off is helpful. Cut hard foods like crusty bread, apples, or carrots into bite size pieces instead of biting directly into them.
Never use your natural teeth to carry things or open packages or other items. Treat your restoration like your natural tooth and it will be able to serve you for many years to come.
Do you have questions about dental crowns or bridges in Fort Collins? Contact our team at (970) 223-5393 for more information.