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Oral
Surgery Post-operative Instructions Always
remember a clean healthy mouth heals more rapidly than a neglected one. The following steps will help prevent bleeding and relieve
soreness; On
the day of treatment · Rest for a few hours, but you do not need to lie down. ·
Strenuous exercise is best avoided for a few hours. ·
Do not rinse the mouth for 24 hours. ·
Avoid HOT drinks, alcohol, hard chewy foods. Choose cool drinks and
minced or soft foods. ·
Smoking should be avoided for 48 hours, certainly for 4 hours. ·
Should the wound start to bleed, apply a small compress. This can be
made by rolling up a cotton handkerchief. Place this on the bleeding point and
bite firmly for 5-10 minutes, longer if necessary. ·
Any pain or soreness can be relieved by taking painkillers e.g.
Ibuprofen, Aspirin, or Paracetamol. It may be best to take some BEFORE the local
anaesthetic wears of. ·
If prolonged bleeding or pain occurs contact the practice. On
the day AFTER
treatment ·
A warm salt mouthwash should be used to bathe the wound. This is made by
dissolving a teaspoonful of salt in a glass of warm water. ·
The solution should be held in the mouth for 2-3 minutes to bathe the
wound and then discarded. This should be done as often as possible to begin
with, every hour, certainly after any meals. ·
Avoid over vigorous rinsing. ·
Continuing mild pain can be treated with painkillers. ·
Continue to avoid smoking. IF
IN ANY DOUBT CONTACT THE PRACTICE.
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