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Self Care After Oral Surgery
1. EXTRACTION SITE CARE
Bite firmly on the gauze until you arrive home, and then remove it gently.
DO NOT SMOKE for 7 days after surgery as this will promote bleeding, infection and interfere with healing.
2. BLEEDING
Some blood may ooze from the area of surgery, which is normal. You may find a blood stain on your pillow in the morning.
DO NOT SPIT forcefully or suck through a straw, as this promotes bleeding.
If bleeding begins again, place a damp tea bag directly over the tooth socket and bite firmly for an hour.
3. DISCOMFORT
Some discomfort is normal after surgery but can be controlled by medication.
Follow the prescription as advised by your dentist.
4. DIET
It is important to drink a large volume of fluids.
Eat regular meals as soon as possible after surgery. Soft foods such as pudding, yogurt, ice cream, mashed potatoes or scrambled eggs may be the most comfortable for the first few days.
5. ORAL HYGIENE
NO SPITTING AND RINSING for the next 24 hours.
Brush only after 24 hours.
After 24 hours, begin light rinses with warm salt water for the next 7-10 days.
6. SWELLING
Swelling after surgery is a normal body reaction.
It reaches its maximum about 48 hours after surgery and can last 4-6 days.
Applying ice packs over the area of surgery from outside for the first 24 hours (20 minutes 10 minutes off) helps to control the swelling.
7. REST
Avoid strenuous activity for 24 hours after surgery.
8. BRUISING
You may experience some mild bruising in the area of your surgery. This response si normal for some people and should not cause you any alarm. It will disappear in a week or two.
9. STIFFNESS
After surgery if you have difficulty in opening the mouth for more than 2-3 days, inform your dentist.
10. STITCHES
If stitches have been placed, you will need them removed in 7-10 days.
11. PROBLEMS
If you have any problems or questions, please call as soon as possible.
Dr. Khullar can be reached at +91-981080988.
Phone : (+91) 981 080 9890
Monday - Sunday : 08:00 - 20:00
