After Your Visit
Taking Care of Your Mouth
Dentist visits are just one part of the puzzle when it comes to optimal oral health, which means sticking to daily dental habits and following procedures laid out by your dentist post-procedure is crucial.
- After a cleaning: A thorough cleaning can sometimes cause tenderness due to swelling of the gums. If you or your child is experiencing discomfort, we recommend a warm saltwater rinse twice a day for 2-3 days post-appointment. You can also use Children’s Tylenol or Advil as directed to minimize pain.
- After local anesthetic: Numbness is normal after treatment, but can be challenging for children to understand. Please monitor your child to ensure they aren’t scratching, chewing, or sucking on the affected areas, as this can cause swelling and cuts. We also recommend avoiding hard foods until the anesthetic has worn off which can take up to 3 hours.
- After sedation: Because of the nature of sedation, you or your child will be incredibly drowsy, which means the individual will need to be monitored for their safety after the appointment. If your child would like to sleep after the service, make sure they are on their side with their chin up. Additionally, wake them up every hour or so and encourage them to drink something to prevent dehydration. We will send you home with post-operative instructions so you can feel confident after your appointment.
Do’s & Don’ts After an Orthodontic Visit
For orthodontic treatment to be effective, it is crucial that the patient takes an active role in their own care. By following the recommendations laid out by the staff.
Do:
- Prioritize your oral health by brushing and flossing as instructed, wearing your appliances as directed, and wearing a mouthguard when playing sports
- Change out your elastics as frequently as assigned by your doctor
- Regularly schedule cleanings and keep your dental appointments as consistent as possible
- Wear your retainer consistently, once your braces some off
Don’t:
- Eat or drink anything damaging, including gum, hard candy, sticky foods, hard-to-bite foods, and soda or other sugary drinks
- Bite on pens, fingernails, anything that isn’t food
- Ignore damage to braces or pain
Our team is with you throughout every step of your oral health journey, give us a call to learn more about how we can help. Dial (603) 635-4137 or fill out our online form.

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Phone Number
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750 Central Ave B
Dover, NH 03820
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4 Manchester Avenue
Derry, NH 03038
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Why Choose Us?-
Board Certified Pediatric Sedation Experts
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Family-Like Environment Where All Ages Are Welcome
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Highly Trained Team Working Together For Over 40 Years
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Ability To Treat All Children Including Those With Disabilities & Special Needs
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Available For Emergency Dental & Orthodontic Situations
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Comfort Companion Dog On Site
