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General Post Operative Instructions
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A dressing usually covers the treated area. It should remain intact and in place until your next appointment. If it should loosen or break apart, please call us. Please avoid hot liquids for one hour, and do not brush the dressed area for 7-10 days. Eat soft foods, try to chew on untreated areas of your mouth. Your diet should contain a lot of protein and fluids. Avoid excessive exertion for 48 hours following surgery. Swelling and discomfort can be minimized by holding an ice pack on the outside of your face. This should be done for several hours, keeping the cold on for ten minutes and removing it for ten minutes. The following day after surgery for mild puffiness or swelling, apply a warm moist compress to the affected area on the outside of your cheek. Excessive bleeding which you can not control with simple pressure is not normal and should be reported immediately. (781-245-8811)
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Post Operative Instruction for Regenerative Therapy
The sutures should remain intact until removed in the office. Please call if any loosen. Please wear temporary tooth replacement appliances only as directed. Excess pressure can cause severe complications. Eat soft foods, chew on the untreated areas of your mouth. Your diet should contain a lot of protein and fluids. (milk shakes are HIGHLY recommended) Avoid excessive exertion for 48 hours following surgery. Use an ice pack as directed. Holding on the outside of your face and cold water inside your mouth, adjacent to the treated area, will help minimize swelling. This should be done for several hours, keeping the cold on for ten minutes and removing it for ten minutes. If mild swelling and puffiness does occur after the first day, apply warm compresses (preferably moist) to the affected area. A small amount of blood in the saliva is normal for the first 24 hours. Excessive bleeding which you can not control with simple pressure is not normal and should be reported immediately. Please follow the instructions on any prescribed medications very carefully. Please avoid smoking. Alcohol consumption should be deferred for 24 hours, or as directed on your prescription bottles. Please remember that we are always available for advice, even after hours.Please call the office telephone number: (781-245-8811) Our answering service will page the doctor on call.
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Post Operative Procedures following Antibiotic Therapy
Antibiotic therapy slowly releases antibiotic over time under your infected gum. You should not brush or floss the teeth that are being treated. It is still important to brush and floss the rest of your teeth. Avoid hard or crunchy foods throughout your treatment. Also, it is advised that you not chew gum or eat sticky foods. Use mouth rinse as directed. Should there be any questions or concerns, please call our office: (781-281-8811)
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Post Operative Procedures following Periodontal Surgery
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Post Operative Procedures following Dental Implant Surgery
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Post Surgery Oral Hygiene Instructions
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Diganostic Services
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