After Care Instructions For Space Maintainers

Aaravav24 Nov, 2021Health

Avoid sticky food to prevent dislodgement of the space maintainer. Although it is cemented onto the tooth structure, these sticky foods can cause the spacer to become loose Space maintainers are extended slightly below the gumline, therefore, expect your child?s gums to be sore for 2-3 days. Your child?s gum may result in bleeding while brushing the teeth for the next few days. To help with healing, maintain oral hygiene by using a soft toothbrush to brush two to three times a day and flossing It may take a few days for your child to adjust to the spacer. Do not let your child pick or pull at the space maintainer as continuous force and pressure can pull it off