Pre & Post Surgical Instructions

Before Anesthesia

Before your procedure, follow these instructions to ensure your safety and comfort:

  • Do not eat or drink for at least 6–8 hours before anesthesia unless instructed otherwise.
  • Arrange for someone to drive you home after your procedure.
  • Bring a list of medications and medical history to your appointment.
  • Wear comfortable clothing and avoid makeup or jewelry.
  • Discuss any allergies, pregnancy, or medical conditions with your doctor beforehand.

Dental Implant Surgery

Follow these instructions to optimize healing after dental implant surgery:

  • Avoid vigorous rinsing or touching the surgical site for the first 24 hours.
  • Take prescribed medications as directed.
  • Use ice packs to reduce swelling during the first 24–48 hours.
  • Eat soft foods and stay hydrated.
  • Follow up for your post-operative appointments as scheduled.

Wisdom Tooth Removal

Instructions after wisdom teeth removal include:

  • Bite gently on gauze to control bleeding; replace as needed.
  • Avoid using straws or spitting for 24 hours.
  • Ice packs help reduce swelling.
  • Stick to soft foods for a few days.
  • Take pain medication as prescribed and contact the office for unusual pain or bleeding.

Exposure of an Impacted Tooth

Guidelines following exposure of an impacted tooth:

  • Maintain oral hygiene but avoid brushing the surgical area for a few days.
  • Rinse gently with saltwater or prescribed mouth rinse.
  • Follow dietary restrictions to avoid disturbing the surgical site.
  • Attend all follow-up appointments for monitoring progress.

Extractions

After a tooth extraction, follow these key steps for proper healing:

  • Keep gauze in place and bite down to control bleeding.
  • Avoid rinsing vigorously for the first 24 hours.
  • Use ice packs to minimize swelling.
  • Stick to soft foods and avoid smoking or alcohol.
  • Take medications as prescribed and monitor for signs of infection.

Multiple Extractions

Extra precautions for multiple extractions include:

  • Follow all single-extraction guidelines carefully.
  • Use extra gauze to manage bleeding as necessary.
  • Soft foods and hydration are particularly important.
  • Maintain follow-up care for evaluation of healing progress.
  • Contact the office if excessive bleeding, swelling, or pain occurs.