instructions

Avoid chewing until the numbness from anesthesia has completely worn off to prevent accidentally biting your cheek, tongue, or lip.

• Control Bleeding: Bite down gently on the gauze pad placed over the surgical area for 30-45 minutes after the procedure to control bleeding. If bleeding persists, replace the gauze with a new one and bite down again for another 30 minutes.
• Avoid Disturbing the Clot: Do not rinse, spit, gargle, or use a straw for the first 24 hours, as this could dislodge the blood clot and lead to a painful condition called dry socket.

• Pain Relief: Take prescribed pain medications as directed by your dentist or oral surgeon. Over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen can be taken to manage discomfort.
• Ice Pack: Apply an ice pack to the outside of your cheek near the surgical site for 15-20 minutes at a time during the first 1-2 days to reduce swelling.
• Swelling: Swelling is normal and should peak within 48 hours. It will gradually subside over the next few days.

• Diet: Stick to soft foods like yogurt, mashed potatoes, smoothies, or soup for the first few days. Avoid hot, spicy, crunchy, or acidic foods that could irritate the surgical site.
• Hydration: Drink plenty of fluids, but avoid using a straw as sucking can dislodge the blood clot.
• Avoid Hard Foods: Refrain from chewing on the side of the surgery site, especially with hard or crunchy foods, until the area has healed

• First 24 Hours: Avoid brushing the teeth near the surgical site and do not rinse your mouth during the first 24 hours after surgery.
• After 24 Hours: Gently rinse your mouth with warm salt water (½ teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water) after meals to keep the area clean. Continue this routine for a few days.
• Brushing: You can gently brush your other teeth, but avoid the surgical site until it has healed.

• Rest: Take it easy for the first 24-48 hours after surgery. Avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, or exercise as these can increase blood pressure and may cause more bleeding at the surgical site.
• Elevation: Keep your head elevated while resting or sleeping to help reduce swelling.

• Avoid Smoking: Do not smoke for at least 72 hours after surgery, as smoking can interfere with healing and increase the risk of dry socket.
• Avoid Alcohol: Refrain from consuming alcohol for at least 24 hours, as it can delay healing and interact with any medications you may be taking.

• Antibiotics: If your dentist or oral surgeon has prescribed antibiotics, take them as directed to prevent infection. Complete the entire course of antibiotics even if you feel better.
• Pain Medication: Continue to take pain medication as prescribed or as needed to manage discomfort.

• Attend Follow-Up Appointments: Attend any scheduled follow-up visits to ensure proper healing and to remove any sutures if necessary.
• Contact Your Dentist or Oral Surgeon: If you experience severe pain, excessive bleeding, swelling that worsens after 48 hours, fever, or any unusual symptoms, contact your dentist or oral surgeon immediately.

Dry Socket Prevention: Avoid actions that could dislodge the clot, such as vigorous rinsing, spitting, or using a straw. These activities can cause the clot to dislodge and lead to dry socket, a painful condition that requires additional treatment.

• Gradual Return to Normal Diet: Gradually return to your normal diet as comfort allows, but continue to avoid hard, crunchy, or sticky foods until the surgical site has fully healed.