Post Surgical Instructions
- Do not lift or pull on lips. This may cause tearing out of the
sutures.
- Some swelling and discoloration is normal and will gradually
disappear.
- To minimize swelling, use ice pack application on the face, over
the operated area. The pack should be used - on for 20 minutes, off
for 10 minutes - and should be continued during the first day only.
- Starting tomorrow, rinse with warm salt water (one teaspoon to 8 oz.
of warm water), as often as possible. Continue this rinsing for one week.
- Eat foods that will be nourishing but will not require vigorous
chewing the first few days, i.e., eggs, soups, milk shakes, etc.
- Slight bleeding, pain or swelling, during the first couple of days,
is normal
- Brush your teeth, being extremely careful in the operated area.
Mouthwash may be used.
- For pain - ibuprofen is recommended. Follow the instruction of the
your doctor concerning your medication(s).
- If there is an elevated temperature, excessive bleeding, swelling
or uncontrolled discomfort, please call the office.
- There will be at least two follow-up appointments. The first follow-up
will be in a few days to have your sutures removed. The second appointment
will be after a few weeks, so that we may evaluate the soft tissue (gum)
healing. Additional follow-up appointments may be necessary.
- We routinely like to perform a follow-up exam at least six months
after the treatment. We want to evaluate the treatment outcome, be sure
that you have regained normal function with the tooth, and determine
the presence of bone healing. There is no charge for this visit.
