| POST
OP INSTRUCTIONS |
| 1.
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Bite
on gauze for 30 minutes. |
| 2.
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Keep
fingers and tongue away from the operated area. |
| 3.
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Do
not rinse your mouth for 24 hours, although it is permissible
to drink cool or lukewarm liquids. Smoking should be
avoided for 12 hours. |
| 4.
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Starting
tomorrow, rinse your mouth frequently with a solution
of ¨ö teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water.
Continue the rinses for a few days.
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| 5.
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If
discomfort persists please contact our dental office.
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| 6.
|
Diet
- Cold or lukewarm liquids may be taken for the first
4-6 hours. After this any soft food is permissible.
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| 7.
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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 for 20 minutes.
The gauze may be substituted by a warm, soaked tea bag.
The tannic acid in the tea has a clotting effect. |
| 8.
|
Swelling
and Discomfort - It is to be expected in certain areas,
usually reaching its maximum two days after surgery.
It will disappear gradually and is no cause for concern.
If desired, ice pads may be applied for the first 4-6
hours only, alternating for 20 minutes on, 20 minutes
off. |
| 9.
|
Sutures
(stitches) - If required, are removed without discomfort
in about 5 days. An appointment will be made for you.
|
| 10.
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Do
not hesitate to call the office if in doubt. |
