NO BRUSHING OVER SURGICAL SITE(S). Only use ultra-soft toothbrush prescribed but stay away from gums and only brush the teeth.
NO FLOSSING (Water-Pik ONLY from tongue-side or inside)
NO TOUCHING: with finger or any other device or object (e.g., cotton swabs).
NO LOOKING: Pulling the lip will interfere with the surgical site.
RINSE ONLY WITH LIPS APART (e.g., NO chipmunk cheeks)
WEAR PRESCRIBED BITE APPLIANCE 24 HOURS A DAY, if instructed. (Do not clench or grind your teeth). Check with Doctor about any other appliances (e.g., retainers, Invisalign, Perio-Protect, etc).
ICE OVER SURGICAL AREA at 10 minute intervals for the first 48 hours to minimize swelling.
DO NOT BE ALARMED ABOUT SOFT SWELLING OR BRUISING FOR THE FIRST WEEK.
DO NOT EAT crunchy or sticky foods and do not drink from a straw.
EXPECT cold sensitivity for 6 weeks or longer. DO REPORT sensitivity during check-up appointments.
PAIN CONTROL- take two 200 mg. acetaminophen (Tylenol) tablets + two 200 mg. ibuprofen (Advil) tablets at the same time, subject to other instructions by Dr. Brad.
CALL DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY IF YOU HAVE UNEXPECTED PAIN, CONTINUOUS BLEEDING, OR HEAT FROM SURGICAL SITE.
