Tooth extraction can occur due to several reasons such as tooth decay, trauma, or for the preparation of orthodontic treatment. You may also require extraction for an over-retained tooth. In this condition, the eruption of permanent teeth is delayed for more than a year than the expected date. To begin exercise after tooth extraction, you should wait at least for a week.

Dentists generally recommend that tooth extraction patients should not indulge in any physical activity in the first 24 hours after the procedure. The reason behind this is that when you exercise, it causes blood pressure to increase, resulting in active bleeding from the extraction site. A formation of a blood clot at the extraction site is very important to ensure a healthy recovery. In this case, any exercise can displace the clot leading to a very painful condition known as dry socket.

After 24 Hours 

You may still need a few more days after tooth extraction to continue with your exercise routine. If you are taking any painkillers or antibiotics, it is good to wait until its course is complete. This is because medicines may have their own set of side effects. If you are using painkillers, there is also a chance of not feeling any pain due to a pulled muscle or other exercises related injury, which is not good.

The time required to return to normal exercise routines greatly depends on the strength and condition of each individual. You can consult your dentist in this regard, and he or she will be able to give you better guidance. If your surgery was a simple one, then there is a chance of return after a week. But if it was something more severe and complicated; then you might have to wait a little bit longer.

If you have any queries feel free to call Smiles on Greatwood Dentistry call us at 281-937-7530.

Overbite is a condition that has effects on the way you smile and the appearance of your mouth plus the mechanics of the jaw. Overbite occurs when the front teeth of the upper jaw unevenly fit and overlap the lower teeth. It is not as bad as it sounds, and most people have an overbite to some extent. But if you are unhappy with your smile and looking for a way to correct an overbite, Invisalign is one such way to do it.

Does Invisalign Help Correct Overbite? 

Invisalign treats a variety of dental issues, and research continues to find more of its benefits. If you are eligible for Invisalign, a unique set of plastic aligners will be created to fit your mouth. The aligners straighten and reposition the teeth, and you do not even have to change your diet and habits completely. Unlike other treatments, it follows a slow and gradual path, so patience is very important here. The time required will depend on the condition of your overbite.

For a successful treatment, you will have to wear aligners for at least twenty hours per day. However, you can remove them anytime you feel like. To avoid damage, it is good to remove them while chewing something crunchy or sipping your hot coffee. Or you might end up having another pair of Invisalign. For proper brushing and flossing and maintaining good oral hygiene, remove them without any second thought.

Once your teeth make a slight movement, your dentist will give you a new molded aligner to wear to address your specific conditions. One of the best things about them is that they are clear and hardly visible to naked eyes. This allows you to undergo treatment without worrying about your smile.

To set an appointment with Smiles on Greatwood Dentistry call us at 281-937-7530.

Before getting to an alternative to a dental crown, let us find out why would you need a dental crown in the first place? There are many reasons to this question, among them the top three are:

• If you have a fracture or highly decayed natural tooth, a dental crown can help to make it stronger.
• There can be cases when you may not be happy with your smile due to a chipped or discolored tooth. Here you can use crowns for aesthetic reasons.
• Your previous restoration is falling, and now you need a more permanent solution to it.

 Alternatives to Dental Crown

Most of the time, when a dentist recommends a dental crown is because you need it. However, there are some other options as well, such as:

1. Phasing Treatment:

In some cases, you can go for a filling instead of getting a crown. Although it is not a long-lasting solution, it can buy you some time before you decide to get a firmer treatment.

2. Porcelain Onlays:

It is a safer approach as it tends to preserve most of the natural tooth structure and leads to a healthier mouth in the end. The porcelain onlay is bonded onto the tooth’s enamel. This helps to avoid fracture and saves most of the enamel. Though this procedure is very rare and requires high skills and time, when the right dentist performs it, it can be a great alternative to a dental crown.

3. Provisional Crowns:

A provisional crown is bonded to the tooth and can buy you some time to get a more definitive treatment. It is only a temporary solution and can last for only 3 to 9 months.

To help decide which alternative is best for you, call Smiles on Greatwood Dentistry at 281-937-7530 and talk to our experts.