Proper aftercare helps ensure comfort and effectiveness after your child’s dental cleaning, fluoride treatment, or sealant placement. Follow these simple guidelines to protect their smile and minimize discomfort.
📞 For any concerns, call Manhattan Dental Spa at 212-683-2530.
🦷 After a Dental Cleaning (Prophy)
✔ Mild tenderness is normal – Some children may experience slight gum sensitivity for a day or two after a cleaning.
✔ Ease discomfort: Have your child rinse with warm salt water (½ teaspoon of salt in 8 oz warm water) 2-3 times daily if soreness persists.
✔ For lingering discomfort: Give Children’s Tylenol, Advil, or Motrin as directed for their age and weight.
🦷 After Fluoride Treatment
✔ Maximize fluoride benefits:
🚫 Do NOT rinse, eat, or drink for at least 30 minutes—this allows the fluoride to fully absorb and strengthen the enamel.
💡 Tip: Encourage your child to wait before consuming food or beverages to ensure fluoride remains in contact with their teeth for maximum protection.
🦷 After Sealant Placement
✔ Temporary texture change: Your child may notice their tooth feels different—this sensation will fade within a couple of days as they adjust.
✔ Food restrictions for 24 hours: Avoid sticky, crunchy, or hard foods (e.g., caramel, gum, popcorn, hard candy) to ensure the sealant properly bonds to the tooth.
✔ Bite adjustment: If your child experiences ongoing discomfort or their bite feels uneven after a few days, contact our office for an evaluation.
📞 When to Call Us
✔ If your child experiences persistent pain, swelling, or unusual sensitivity beyond the expected time frame.
✔ If a sealant appears chipped or missing after placement.
📞 For any questions or concerns, call Manhattan Dental Spa at 212-683-2530.
By following these simple care instructions, you can ensure your child’s teeth remain healthy and strong after their preventive dental visit. 😊