POST PROCEDURE INSTRUCTION: 

 

Scaling and Root Planning
  1- You may experience some cold and heat sensitivity (especially after deep cleaning).
2- If you have received anesthesia do not eat anything until the numbness has worn off.
3- Continue your regular brushing and flossing.
4- Some bleeding for a day or two after cleaning is normal, but if you experience any excessive bleeding call our office.
5- Call our office if you are in pain or if you have any questions
   
 

Gum Surgery
  1- You may experience some pain, swelling and bleeding after the surgery.
2- Take all the prescribed medications based on given instruction.
3- Apply an ice bag on your face over the surgical site on the day of surgery for 10 minutes on and 5 minutes off.
4- Keep your next appointment on time for removal of sutures and follow up checks.
5- DO NOT raise your lips with your fingers to inspect the treated area.
6- DO NOT brush teeth near the surgical site. Brush teeth in the rest of your mouth.
7- There is often a temporary loss of feeling in the operated area and the tooth may feel loose.
8- Do not smoke, spit or use a straw on the day of the surgery (avoid smoking for a few days after the surgery).
9- Should any difficulties occur, do not hesitate to call our office anytime. In case of an extreme urgency call 911.
   
 

Implant Surgery
  1- You may experience some discomfort and bleeding the day of the surgery.
2- Take all the prescribed medications based on given instructions.
3- Apply an ice bag on your face over the surgical site on the day of surgery for 10 minutes on and 5 minutes off.
4- Keep your next appointment on time for removal of sutures and follow up checks.
5- DO NOT raise your lips with your fingers to inspect the treated area.
6- DO NOT brush teeth near the surgical site. Brush teeth in the rest of your mouth.
7- There is often a temporary loss of feeling in the operated area and the tooth may feel loose.
8- Do not smoke, spit or use a straw on the day of the surgery (avoid smoking for a few days after the surgery).
9- Should any difficulties occur, do not hesitate to call our office anytime. In case of an extreme urgency call 911.