Implant or Grafting Post-Care Instructions

NOT FOLLOWING THESE INTRUCTIONS CAN JEOPORDIZE YOUR IMPLANT(S) AND CAN

LEAD TO IMPLANT FAILURE

• Keep fingers and tongue away from the operated area.
• Do not spit, suck on a straw or consume alcohol for 24 hours following the procedure.
• Avoid smoking as much as possible for 2 weeks following the procedure. Smoking increases the risk of implant failure
• The day after your procedure, gently bathe the area with prescription mouth rinse. Continue for 2 weeks.
• Brush your other teeth as normal, but do not brush the operated area for 2 weeks.
• Avoid any dental hygiene or restorative appointments for 6 weeks following surgery

• You need to bite and chew all food on the opposite side of your mouth for the entire healing period. This period is typically 4-6 months while the implant and bone are healing.
• Avoid tough meat, nuts/seeds, crunchy fruits/vegetables, and snacks like popcorn, chips and granola
  bars.

• Discomfort, swelling, and bruising is most prevalent in the 3 days following the procedure.
• Please take the antibiotics and anti-swelling medication as prescribed during this time.
• Apply an ice pack to the area alternating 20 minutes on and off during the first 24 hours of the
  procedure.
• If your discomfort increases after 3 days, please call the office immediately.

• Stitches will be removed at the 2-3 week check with minimal discomfort
• You may still see blood in your saliva for the first few days, but if you notice persistent bleeding please call our office immediately.

• If you experience difficulty opening your jaw, light stretching and moist heat on the jaw muscle can relieve this temporary muscle soreness. Please wait 24hrs after the procedure before applying heat.

• Do not blow your nose for the first 2 weeks (only dab with a tissue) and sneeze with your mouth
  open.
• Do not travel by airplane for at least 1 week following the procedure.

• It is normal to have increased bleeding for 24-48 hours after gum grafting. You will be given an appliance to wear continuously for the first week. Continue wearing it as much as possible for 2 weeks including while eating (soft foods only). This appliance can and should be worn overnight.

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