Importance Of Following Before And After Treatment Directions
In many aspects of our lives, we receive directions that we must follow. Directions are helpful to ensure that a task is completed properly and avoid hurting yourself or others. For example, if you receive furniture that needs to be assembled, you need to follow the directions to ensure that the item is put together correctly. Failure to do so can cause the item to look wrong or break prematurely. The same is true for dental procedures and treatments.
In an ideal scenario, we know that our patients would love it if they never needed a dental treatment, but unfortunately, that is not always the case. Thankfully, we offer a range of preventative, restorative, and cosmetic dental treatments that can get you the results to restore your oral health. Prior to and after most dental procedures and treatments, we provide patients with directions to help ensure that they remain safe during treatment and that the treatment heals properly. Failure to follow our directions can cause serious complications with your oral and overall health.
Follow Our Directions to Avoid Complications
There are many reasons for the instructions we provide to patients. Some patients need to take medications for a certain time before receiving treatment. If it isn’t taken properly or at the correct time, it can cause the patient to experience complications during treatment. Following treatment, we will instruct you not to eat or drink anything while you are numb. If you decide to eat or drink, you may bite your tongue or cheek and cause serious damage. Failure to follow treatment directions can also cause the treatment to fail, requiring an additional or repeated treatment, adding more time and expense.
If you have an upcoming treatment or just received one and have questions about the directions we provided, be sure to contact us immediately. We also want to hear from you if you experience any problems or complications immediately following your treatment. If you need to schedule a recommended treatment or oral hygiene examination, be sure to contact our office, which is located in Wellington, FL, to schedule your appointment. We hope to hear from you soon!