Your child has received a stainless steel crown.
This crown may become dislodged or get cavities around or below the margin when improper home care or eating habits occur.
- Routine brushing and flossing is required to prevent new decay.
- Avoid hard and sticky foods such as caramels, taffy, hard jelly candies etc.
- Sensitivity, swelling or irritation at the gumline where the crown is placed is normal occurrence. Salt water rinses may help decrease these symptoms.
- Soft foods are advised for the rest of the day.
- If needed, the appropriate dose of a children’s pain reliever may be taken at home.
