Post Op Instructions

Immediately After the Surgery

There are myriad advantages of getting a dental implant done-

• Few Hours Post Surgery : You can start by biting down gradually and softly on the gauze packs that have been placed over the surgical areas that will assure you of them being in their place. They should not be changed for first hour unless the bleeding is not under control. Moistening the gauze with tap water before placing is also quite helpful.
• Oral Hygiene : Maintenance of oral hygiene is a mandatory activity that patient has to practice post surgery. Brushing the medicated area gently. Saltwater rinses after a day of surgery are helpful in healing the bleeding if any.
• Remain Vigil about the Surgery : Though surgeon would have taken the best care but remember higher the quality of surgery lesser you will feel the need to take care. But BEWARE – DO NOT rinse vigrously and exercise care at all the times.
• Swelling : Take your prescribed medicines for the side effects of surgery out of which swelling is the most common one. Swelling may last for 2-3 days and there is no need to panic about it the pain can be reduced by placing an ice pack over the swelling at intervals.
• Persistent Bleeding : Oozing is normally very common but persistent bleeding calls for repositioning of packs because the pressure is being exerted at other location than the healing location. Biting on moistened tea bag for 30 minutes can also be very beneficial if nothing makes it better visit your doctor.
• Bed Rest : You should follow bed rest or couch rest because any strenous activity can cause higher amount of bleeding. Even in the case of changing position you should be careful of any jerks to the surgery site.
• What to Eat :Avoid extremely hot foods. It is better to confine to liquid foods etc. soups, puddings, yogurt, milk shakes, etc. Avoid chewing foods till the time tongue sensation has returned.