Experiencing some discomfort, minor bleeding, swelling, and slight oozing is typical after oral surgery. Please refrain from disturbing the surgical area by pulling on your lip or probing with your tongue or fingers. Should you notice significant bleeding or discomfort persisting beyond 48–72 hours, contact our office immediately.

You can manage pain by taking ibuprofen or acetaminophen as directed on the label or by our staff.

Swelling around your face, eyes, and the surgical site is common and might peak two to three days post-surgery. Applying a cold compress to the facial area near the implant will help minimize this. If using an ice pack, always use a cloth barrier between the ice and your skin. Apply the cold compress for up to 20 minutes, then remove it for at least 20 minutes, as needed. After 36 hours, cold compresses are no longer effective for swelling. At this point, applying moist heat to the sides of your face can aid in reducing swelling.

Rinsing with warm salt water (about ½ teaspoon in an eight-ounce glass of water) three times daily can be beneficial.

Avoid brushing teeth directly at the surgery site, but continue to brush and floss the rest of your mouth as instructed.

For the first 24 hours after your procedure, do not use straws, brush, rinse, spit vigorously, or smoke.

You might experience some cold and heat sensitivity during the initial 24 hours. Steer clear of hot or spicy foods, carbonated drinks, and alcoholic beverages.

Limit your physical activities on the day of your surgery. Avoid strenuous work or play, and you can gradually resume your normal routine the following day as tolerated.

After the first day, gently rinse with a warm salt water solution (approximately one-half teaspoon of salt in an eight-ounce glass of water) three times a day.

For the first few days post-surgery, stick to a liquid and soft food diet, including items like soups, yogurt, juice, and smoothies.

Ensure you follow any additional instructions provided during your visit. Take all prescribed medications, including your antibiotics, to help prevent infection.

If you wear a denture that covers the implant area, minimize its use following surgery to allow proper healing. After the first week, you should be able to gradually increase your denture wear time.

Attending your follow-up appointment(s) is crucial for us to monitor your healing progress.

If pain and swelling worsen after a few days, please call our office right away.