POST-OPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS AND DIET AFTER ORAL SURGERY

Dear patient, The next instructions are design to inform you about what you must do and be aware of after your oral surgery.
I wish you a fast recovering and hope my professional services have fulfilled your expectations; if so, please recommend me to your family and friends.

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European Association of
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Post-Operative instructions (After surgery)

  1. Use ice packs on the cheek, alternating on and off every five minutes, during the day of the surgery and for the next day.
  2. Apply biting pressure with clean gauze to stop bleeding.
  3. The day of surgery keep a liquid cool diet.
    (See Diet)
  4. See next page for recommended diet.
  5. It is normal to have a swelling on the next three days.  By the fourth day, you will notice some improvement.
  6. Avoid exercises the first 10 days after the surgery.
  7. Take prescribed medications and follow all instructions as directed.
  8. Call your doctor immediately in case of excessive bleeding, persistent swelling, severe pain or fever.
  9. It is recommemded to sleep in a semi-lifted position on the day of surgery to prevent bleeding.  This can be achieved by raising the head with two pillows.
  10. During the first 24 hours, do not spit nor rinse, as this increases bleeding.
  11. Brush carefully with soft toothbrush after surgery.

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