After Care Answers
Periodontal Therapy Appointments

Following this procedure, it is normal and customary to experience some soreness and discomfort around the teeth. This may last for a period of 24 to 48 hours.

Use warm salt water rinses several times a day. You may want to take Motrin or other similar medication for the next few days as needed. Vitamin C is essential for quick healing; 1000 mg./day for the next 3 days (preferably neutral pH).

For the next 24 hours, avoid chewing food on the side where the teeth were treated. If both sides were treated go on a softer diet.

Brush lightly, but thoroughly for the first 24 hours and then brush and floss normally.