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St. Louis Sedation, Sleep & Special Needs Dentistry :: The Dental Anesthesia Center

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950 Francis Pl #305 Clayton, MO 63105
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Fillings Post-Op Instructions

No follow-up care is required after your new fillings unless you are experiencing pain or sensitivity.

After New Fillings

What to Do After

Do not bite or chew numb areas of the tongue, cheeks or lips.

Do call our office if your new fillings are sensitive to hot, cold or if you are experiencing pain in the tooth. This could be an indication that your filling may need to be adjusted.

Eating

You can enjoy all your favorite foods after the numbness has gone away.

Follow-Up Care

No follow-up care is required with your new fillings unless you are experiencing hot/cold sensitivity or pain. If you have any questions about your dental procedure please call us at (314) 862-7844.

If you have an emergency after hours:

Emergency: Dr. Hoffmann (314) 560-2858

Emergency: Dr. Behl (314) 302-3200

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Updated: August 16, 2017

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