Oral Surgery
Post Operative Instructions
1. Bite on gauze till bleeding stops. This may take 1 to 4 hours depending on the oral surgery procedure.
2. Be careful that you do not dislodge the blood clots from the oral surgery site. It is important that the blood clots stay in place for several days after your oral surgery procedure.
3. Do not suck on straws; do not stick your tongue or fingers into the oral surgery site; do not chew food near oral surgery site; refrain from smoking, alcohol, and hot liquids. All of these actions will dislodge blood clots in the oral surgery site.
4. Starting tomorrow, gently rinse your mouth frequently with a solution of ½ teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water. Continue this for a few days.
5. Take all medications as directed for as long as indicated.
If discomfort persists please contact our office at 888.790.0309.
Diet: Cold or lukewarm liquids maybe taken for the first 4 –6 hours after your oral surgery procedure. After this any soft food is permissible.
Bleeding: It is normal for the saliva to be streaked with blood for a day. If frank bleeding is present, fold sterile gauze into a firm wad and place it directly on the bleeding area. Maintain firm pressure by biting on the gauze. Gauze may be substituted with a soaked black tea bag. The tannic acid in tea has a clotting effect.
Swelling and Discoloration: is to be expected in certain areas, usually reaching its maximum two days after oral surgery. It will disappear gradually and is no cause for concern. If desired, ice pads may be applied for the first 4 to 6 hours only, alternating for 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off.
Sutures (stitches): If required, are removed without discomfort in about 5 to 7 days. An appointment will be made for you.
Do not hesitate to call the office at 888.790.0309 if in doubt.
