Post-Treatment Instructions for Space Maintainers

A space maintainer is a custom appliance designed to preserve the space left by a missing baby tooth, ensuring proper alignment and preventing future dental issues. Follow these instructions to maintain its effectiveness and promote your child’s oral health.

1. Initial Tenderness

• What to Expect:
  • Your child may feel tenderness in their teeth for the first few days. This is normal as they adjust to the appliance.
• Avoid Poking:
  • Encourage your child not to pry or poke at the appliance with their fingers, as this can loosen or damage it.

2. Avoid Harmful Foods

• Protect the space maintainer by avoiding sticky and hard foods, such as:
  • Gum, toffee, Tootsie Rolls
  • Corn nuts, ice, or other hard snacks
• These items can damage or dislodge the appliance.

3. Oral Hygiene

• Brush Thoroughly:
  • Ensure your child brushes their teeth and the space maintainer at least twice daily to prevent plaque buildup and maintain cleanliness.

4. Contact Us for Any Issues

• Contact us immediately at 02 681 0060 if:
  • The appliance becomes loose or broken.
  • Your child experiences unusual pain or discomfort.

Additional Tips

• Regular dental check-ups are essential to monitor the appliance and ensure it remains effective.
• Teach your child to be gentle while brushing around the space maintainer to avoid dislodging it.

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This instruction applies to our**Pediatric Dentistry** services, specifically for space maintainers.

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