After Multiple Extractions
After the Removal of Multiple Teeth Home Instructions After the Removal of Multiple Teeth A small amount of bleeding is to be expected following the operation to remove multiple teeth. If bleeding occurs, place a gauze pad directly over the bleeding socket and apply biting pressure for 30 minutes. If bleeding continues, bite on a moistened […]
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After Tooth Extraction Home Instructions After the Removal of a Single Tooth After tooth extraction, it’s important for a blood clot to form to stop the bleeding and begin the healing process. Bite on a gauze pad for 30-45 minutes immediately after the appointment. If the bleeding or oozing still persists, place another gauze pad […]
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After Exposure of an Impacted Tooth Home Instructions After Impacted Tooth Exposure After Impacted tooth exposure, do not disturb the wound. If surgical packing was placed, leave it alone. The packing helps to keep the tooth exposed. If it gets dislodged or falls out, do not get alarmed but please contact our office for instructions. […]
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After Wisdom Tooth Removal Home Instructions After Wisdom Teeth Extraction The removal of impacted wisdom teeth is a serious surgical procedure. Post-operative care is very important. Unnecessary pain and complications such as infection and swelling can be minimized if these instructions are followed carefully. Immediately Following Surgery The gauze pad placed over the surgical area […]
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After Placement of Dental Implants Home Instructions After Dental Implant Surgery After dental implant surgery, do not disturb the wound. Avoid rinsing, spitting, or touching the wound on the day of surgery. There will be a metal healing abutment protruding through the gingival (gum) tissue. Bleeding Some bleeding or redness in the saliva is normal […]
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Before Intravenous Anesthesia Sedation Home Instructions Before Oral Surgery Please follow these instructions to prepare for oral surgery with IV Sedation. The patient may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) for 8 hours prior to the appointment. No smoking at least 12 hours before surgery. Ideally, cut down or stop smoking as […]
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