Surgical Post-Op Instructions

• Take medication for pain as needed, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, etc.) 400-800mg every 6 hours is recommended for patients able to tolerate non-steriodal anti-inflammatories. Any pain medications prescribed should be taken in addition to ibuprofen.
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• If an antibiotic such as penicillin is prescribed, it is to be taken until it is gone.
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• Do not brush the day of the procedure. Use any prescribed mouth rinses as directed. Starting the day after surgery, brush as normal EXCEPT for the surgical area. Brushing of this area should be very gentle for three days following the procedure.
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• Eat and drink as normal.
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• Do not attempt to inspect the surgical site; doing so may cause the sutures to come out prematurely.
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• Expect some swelling and possibly facial discoloration in the days following the procedure.
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• If you have any problems or questions, please do not hesitate to call our office.