Caring For Your Smile After Treatment At Mira Loma Dental

Whether you’ve had a simple filling or a more involved surgical procedure, proper care after your dental visit is just as important as the treatment itself. At Mira Loma Dental, we provide clear, easy-to-follow guidance to help you heal comfortably and avoid complications.

This page outlines general post-operative dental instructions for Mira Loma Dental patients, with tips tailored to each type of procedure.

After A Tooth Extraction

Recovering after an extraction—especially wisdom teeth—requires a bit of caution and patience. Here’s what to do:

• Bite firmly on the gauze for an hour to control bleeding. Replace if needed.
• Avoid hot foods, carbonated drinks, and using straws on day one.
• Don’t brush near the site or rinse your mouth for the first 24 hours.
• Use ice packs for swelling and take medications as prescribed.
• Stick to soft foods like soup or yogurt for a few days.

We provide full tooth extraction care at Mira Loma Dental to help your mouth heal safely. If you experience heavy bleeding or severe pain, give us a call right away.

After A Dental Implant

Healing after an implant takes time, and good habits help protect your new tooth.

• Some swelling is normal; ice the area on and off as instructed.
• Don’t lift your lips to check the site.
• Avoid brushing or touching the area directly for the first few days.
• No smoking, spitting, or drinking through a straw during early healing.
• Stick to soft foods and avoid anything too hot or chewy.

Our team provides personalized dental implant post-op instructions for Mira Loma Dental patients to support a successful outcome.

For Fillings, Crowns, and Root Canals

• Wait until numbness fades before eating.
• With silver fillings, avoid chewing on them for 24 hours.
• Temporary crowns can come loose—if they do, save and bring them in.
• Mild sensitivity is normal, but contact us if it persists or worsens.
• Follow all medication and hygiene instructions closely.

Surgical Aftercare and Deep Cleanings

From gum surgery and bone grafting to deep cleanings, proper aftercare matters.

• Use ice packs and take medications as directed.
• Avoid brushing near surgical sites for the first few days.
• Skip alcohol-based rinses unless prescribed.
• Follow up for suture removal or dressing checks as advised.
• Stick to soft, cool foods and rest as much as possible.

A Quick Note on Braces and Dentures

• Braces may cause pressure—stick to soft foods and brush carefully.
• New dentures take time to adjust. Remove them nightly and clean them thoroughly.
• Speech may take a few days to feel natural again—reading aloud helps!

When in Doubt, Call Us

Healing isn’t one-size-fits-all. That’s why we provide the best post-dental care guidelines for our Mira Loma Dental patients designed to match your treatment and comfort needs.

If you ever feel unsure about your healing, experience increased pain, or just have questions, the Mira Loma Dental team is just a phone call away. We're here to help every step of the way.