- Take your medications as directed (antibiotics, analgesics, anti-inflammatory medications, and Peridex).
- Avoid Smoking
- Avoid sucking liquid through a straw.
- Swelling, pain, and ecchymosis are expected at the surgical site.
- Rest.
- Place light pressure and ice on surgical site. 15 minutes off, 15 minutes on. (Only for 24 hours after surgery).
- In case of multi-implant placement, liquid diet for 2 days (Carnation instant Breakfast, Meritene and Ensure are recommended) then soft foods (the consistency of mashed potatoes or scrambled eggs) may be consumed following the second day and for at least 2 weeks (until the mucosal incision has closed completely).
- Do not wear any prosthesis for 2 weeks.
- Do not lift or pull on lip to cheek to look at sutures.
- Sutures should be removed in 2 weeks.
- Notify us if:
- Your medications do not relieve discomfort.
- You have questions.
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