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Dental Post-Operative Instructions

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Pain: For most dental treatments, no pain medication is necessary. However, due to the invasive nature of some required procedures, your child may experience or discomfort. Should this occur, we recommend giving your child Children’s Tylenol or Children’s Motrin.

Anesthesia: If your child was given local anesthesia for today’s appointment, please monitor them carefully. Ensure that your child is not biting, pinching, or chewing his or her lip. If the lower jaw was numbed for today’s appointment, the tongue will also be numb. It is recommended that you restrict your child from eating or drinking anything very hot until the medication has worn off to avoid injury.

Vomiting: Occasionally, patients will have nausea after laughing gas. Sips of ginger ale, 7-Up, or clear broth will settle the stomach.

Swelling: Your child may have swelling in or around their mouth (lips and cheeks). The swelling is the result of gently stretching the lips and cheeks for an extended period during the completion of today’s procedure. To reduce swelling, you can give your child Children’s Motrin or a popsicle to suck on.

Diet: If your child had extractions at today’s visit, soft foods are encouraged until your child feels comfortable tolerating harder substances. If your child had stainless steel crowns placed today, please avoid sticky substances such as fruit snacks, gums, etc. as they can pull the crowns off.

Dental Treatment

Extractions: Do not allow your child to rinse or spit out forcefully for the first 24 hours. Avoid the use of straws until the extraction site heals. Gently clean the surrounding teeth with a soft bristle toothbrush to encourage proper healing. Be careful not to brush into the extraction area. If bleeding develops, place gauze pads over the area. Have the child bite down on the gauze for 30 minutes. Slight oozing from the extraction site can be expected. If oozing persists beyond two days or bleeding is unable to be managed, please call our office immediately at (704) 456-9166.

Fillings: Teeth may be sensitive to cold foods or drinks. This should gradually subside in a few weeks or more.

Crowns: After crown placement, the gum tissue around the crown may be sore or bleed slightly. It is very important to keep the area clean with proper brushing. Children’s Tylenol will also help with any discomfort. Crowns are “glued” on the teeth. However sticky foods like caramel, taffy, or gum can pull the crowns off.

For any problems that may arise, please call (704) 456-9166. Dr. Amanda would be happy to address those needs as quickly and efficiently as possible for you and your child.

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Pazoo Yang
It was my two littles first dentist appointment and everything went smoothly. I’m so satisfied with how well Dr Amanda and Kaylon did with my babies. I would recommend this pediatric dentistry to any one who is nervous about how doctors/assistants will treat their kids.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Dr. Amanda and Kaylon made your children's first dental appointment a positive experience. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to seeing you again!
Caroline Magyar
Such a great practice! The staff is so kind and accommodating. All three of my kids are patients here - and one of my kids has extra medical needs. Marlee went above and beyond to accommodate to her and create an inclusive and anxiety free environment. Dr Amanda was fantastic as well. I wish I could be a patient here as an adult!!!
Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to leave us a great 5-star review! We had such a great time meeting you all! Your children are truly a pleasure to work with. All are so sweet :) - Dr A
Devin Parambo
Wonderful first experience here—Can’t thank the staff and Dr. Amanda enough for their patience and kindness!

I would recommend this office to anyone looking for outstanding pediatric dental care for their children
Response from the owner:Thank you, Devin! We’re thrilled to hear about your positive experience and appreciate your kind words about our team. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to seeing you again!
Candace Motsinger
My daughter just got her braces on today and so her journey begins. The team did a great job on making sure she was comfortable during the process every step of the way. Everything was explained clearly for aftercare and she is excited and happy with how they look on her. Special shoutout to Dr J for all his hard work and making my daughter one happy girl for this journey to a great smile☺️ would highly recommend this office and the team for anyone needing work done, they are amazing there!!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Candace! We're thrilled to hear that your daughter had a positive experience with our team. Wishing her a smooth journey towards a beautiful smile!
Laura Stephens
Such wonderful treatment for our daughter who had several issues with her teeth and after over 2 years of dedicated care now has a Hollywood smile!! Thank you for everything you do Dr Jay and team!!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Laura! We are thrilled to hear about your daughter's beautiful transformation. Your kind words inspire us to continue delivering exceptional care. We appreciate your trust in Dr. Jay and our team!
Angela Thompson
Had a great first time experience. The staff was friendly. The facility was very clean and they were able to accommodate seeing my three children at the same time. Scheduling was easy. I love that the orthodontist is in the same place making for a nice one stop shop.
Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review Angela! I loved getting to meet you and your family yesterday! We are so happy that you had a positive experience at our office. We are always striving to make the entire experience quick, easy and efficient! The entire team cannot wait to see you all again. Have a great weekend. - Dr Amanda & the pediatric dental team :)
Deborah Thornton
I have never been to a more friendlier, personable dentist office from the front door to the back and everyone in between. This was such a pleasant experience for my daughter and I as we are new to the area and def were seeking a good dentist. Exceeded all expectations. Would highly recommend.
Response from the owner:We are so glad that you have had a wonderful experience at our office Deborah! We have all loved getting to meet you and your daughter. We are so happy that you have found our practice, and we look forward to continuing to be your dental home in the future - Dr Amanda
Ada Rodriguez
I had a great experience with NC Tooth Docs! After my little girl had a minor playground accident that loosened her bottom three front teeth, they squeezed us in right away. We were seen within 10 minutes of walking in. The staff was incredibly friendly and did a wonderful job easing both my and my daughter's worries. The office is always neat and organized, making the whole experience stress-free. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Ada! We’re delighted to hear that we could ease your and your daughter’s worries during your visit. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
Jessica Reyes
Our kids are comfortable and enjoy coming to the dentist.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Jessica! We're delighted to hear that your kids feel comfortable and enjoy their visits with us. Creating a positive experience for our young patients is our top priority!
VT
Absolutely love this practice! All my 3 kiddos come here for their dental & orthodontic care!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Vanessa! We're thrilled to hear that you and your kiddos love our practice. Your trust in us for their dental and orthodontic care means a lot! We look forward to continuing to provide excellent service for your family.
shavonka brown
Friendly and everyone was professional and welcoming!
Very kid friendly
Extra special care with my son who is autistic I love this facility
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Shavonka! We're thrilled to hear that you and your son felt comfortable and welcomed. Our team is dedicated to providing personalized care, especially for our young patients. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you again!
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    Mooresville, NC 28117
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    Huntersville, NC 28078
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    Harrisburg, NC 28075
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