{"id":61,"date":"2024-12-11T11:43:00","date_gmt":"2024-12-11T11:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coloradospringscompletedentistry.com\/blog\/?p=61"},"modified":"2026-01-05T17:29:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T17:29:09","slug":"recovering-from-dental-crown-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.coloradospringscompletedentistry.com\/blog\/recovering-from-dental-crown-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Tooth, Capped: Recovering from Dental Crown Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Once you\u2019ve gotten a dental crown, you\u2019ll likely want to make use of it. That\u2019s only natural \u2013 the cap<\/a> should eliminate your decayed or damaged tooth\u2019s pain! Still, recovering from your dental crown treatment comes first; only then will you enjoy its results. The good news is that your Colorado Springs dentist is here to help you with the aftercare. To that end, here\u2019s what you should expect after your dental crown is placed on your tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What to Expect After Dental Crown Treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll likely develop three short-lived side effects not long after your dental crown treatment. These are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Somewhat Numb Mouth<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The anesthesia from crown treatment can persist, so your mouth may feel numb for a while. That means you\u2019ll need to be careful of what you eat and drink, as you could injure yourself otherwise. You wouldn\u2019t want to burn yourself from a very hot food or beverage right? That would just aggravate any previous bruising or inflammation at the anesthetic injection site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mild Oral Discomfort<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When the anesthetic finally fades, your treated tooth will ache a bit. Rest assured that this reaction is normal; your pearly white lost some of its enamel. The pain will fade after a few days, ensuring you\u2019ll soon be ready to enjoy a stronger and healthier tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slight Temperature Sensitivity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be prepared for temperature sensitivity when your crowned tooth isn\u2019t numb anymore. In particular, the treatment site may react intensely to hot and cold temperatures for a brief period. It could also be vulnerable to pressure when you bite down too hard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the sensitivity persists for a long time, there\u2019s a good chance your dental crown fits poorly. You\u2019ll need to talk to your dentist in that case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Should You Care for Your New Crown?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To manage post-treatment discomfort and care for your crown, remember to use the following tips and tricks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n