Written by Richard Dawson, DMD ICOI Fellow Reviewed by John Turke DMD Updated May 2026
Dentist consulting with patient at Smile Science Dental Spa in Glendale, Arizona

Patient Resources -- Glendale, Arizona

Your Recovery Starts Here

Post-op instructions, long-term care guides, and interactive patient tools -- written by Dr. Dawson and Dr. Turke at Smile Science Dental Spa. Everything you need before, during, and after your procedure, in one place.

Post-Op Instructions (480) 530-3663

Patient Education

Recovery Is Part of the Treatment

At Smile Science Dental Spa in Glendale, Arizona, Dr. Richard Dawson and Dr. John Turke believe that a successful procedure does not end when you leave the chair. What you do in the hours and days after treatment has a direct impact on how well and how quickly you heal.

These care guides are the same written instructions our clinical team provides at checkout -- detailed, procedure-specific, and reviewed by both doctors. If you have a question not answered here, call us directly at (480) 530-3663.

11 Patient guides covering post-op care, pre-op preparation, and long-term restoration maintenance
5 Interactive patient tools to help you understand symptoms and make informed care decisions
24/7 Available -- bookmark this page and return anytime during your recovery

Resources

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Select a category below to jump straight to the care information you need.

Post-Op Instructions

Written care guides for bone grafts, implants, root canals, extractions, teeth whitening, and scaling and root planing. Each guide covers diet, hygiene, pain management, and when to call us -- with a recovery timeline so you know what to expect day by day.

Browse all care guides → Patient Tools

Interactive tools to help you understand your symptoms before and after treatment. Our Tooth Pain Assessment Tool asks 5 targeted questions about your symptoms and gives you a recommended next step -- monitor at home, schedule soon, or call us now.

Explore patient tools → Care Guides

Long-term reference guides for dental implants and dental emergencies -- written for the life of your restoration, not just the days after your appointment. Includes emergency first aid for knocked-out teeth, broken crowns, and abscess triage.

Browse care guides →

How to Use These Resources

  1. Step 1

    Go to Post-Op Instructions and select the care guide that matches your procedure. Each guide is specific to the treatment you received -- bone graft, implant, root canal, extraction, whitening, or deep cleaning.

    Find Your Procedure

  2. Follow the Instructions

    Step 2

    Read your guide carefully and follow the day-by-day instructions. Pay close attention to the emergency signs section -- these tell you exactly when to stop waiting and call us instead.

  3. Step 3

    If you are experiencing pain or symptoms and are not sure whether they are normal, use the Tooth Pain Assessment Tool. It takes under two minutes and gives you a clear recommendation based on your symptom profile.

    Use the Symptom Tool if Unsure

  4. Call Us with Questions

    Step 4

    Never hesitate to call (480) 530-3663 if something does not feel right. We keep same-day appointment time available for post-operative concerns and dental emergencies.

Can't Find What You Need?

Our clinical team at Smile Science Dental Spa in Glendale is happy to help. Give us a call or schedule online and we will get you the information you need.

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