Please note we require 24 hours noticed in respect of cancellation/rebooking of private and NHS appointments. There is a charge for late cancellations/rebooking in respect of private appointments.

After your treatment, the injection can make your gums, tongue and lips feel numb for a few hours. You may find it difficult to talk, eat and drink until the numbness goes away. To protect yourself we advice to avoid hot food and drinks until the anaesthetic has fully worn off.

If you have had a silver filling avoid eating on that side of the mouth until the next day. We recommend eating some food and using the other side of the mouth for 3-hours after treatment.

If you have had a white filling then you can eat and drink as normal once the injection has worn off.

If you are experiencing sensitivity after a feeling, the tooth may be sensitive to pressure or sweet things. This can occur for a few weeks, you should avoid things that cause discomfort. If your tooth is extremely sensitive or your sensitivity does not decrease over about a 2-week period, please contact us to make an appointment. 

Once the anaesthetic wears off, you may find that the feeling placed interferes with your bite. In some cases, this was settle down over about a 2-week period as your mouth adjust to the new filling. However, if you find out the discomfort worsens over time, this will need to be adjusted please contact us to make an appointment. 

Your dentist polishes the filling after it is placed, but occasionally sharp edges may remain. If you find one, contact us and arrange to have it adjusted as soon as possible to avoid injury to your tongue or mouth.

After your tooth has been removed, it is important to follow some simple instructions to prevent infection and allow the area to heal properly.

Pain: as the injection wears off you may feel some soreness. If allowed, please take painkillers appropriate for you. If the pain gets worse after 72-hours, please contact us, or if we are closed please call NHS 111, or visit your local A&E. 

Bruising & Swelling: Bruising and swelling can develop 24-hours after treatment. It can make it hard to open your mouth. Eating a soft, cold diet (e.g Mashed food and Soups) will help with the discomfort, and this should resolve over about a 2-week period.

Bleeding: The dentist will always ensure there is no bleeding before you leave the practice, however, if you think bleeding continues, please contact us, or if we are closed please call NHS 111, or visit your local A&E. 

Cleaning: It is important to not rinse your mouth out in the first 24-hours after treatment. After this you can brush your teeth as normal. We recommend using gentle warm salt water rinse for 72-hours to help healing.

Smoking/sports/heavy lifting: Refrain from smoking, partaking in sports or heavy lifting for 72-hours after your treatment.

For further information on taking care of your mouth after a tooth has been removed, please see NHS Guidance