Periodontal Dressing

You have “glue” over the graft site. Pieces of the glue may come off, this is normal. Please do not take it off yourself. If it still remains in place at your first post-op appointment Dr. Hoffman will remove it. Should the glue come off, it appears and feels like a piece of hard blue/purple “plastic”.

Medication

Medication to relieve discomfort should be taken every four hours the day of the procedure, from then on you should take it only when you feel it is necessary. (If you experience discomfort in between taking the Toradol you can take 1000mg of Tylenol {2 extra strength or 3 regular} if needed). (DO NOT COMBINE WITH ADVIL, MOTRIN, ASPIRIN OR ANY OTHER NSAID’S). Dr. Hoffman may prescribe antibiotics to aid in the healing of the bone, please take the prescription as directed.

Oral Rinse

Do not brush the surgery site. You may brush everywhere else in your mouth, but use the oral rinse that has been prescribed in the area of your surgery instead ·of brushing. This rinse should be used three times daily. Rinse with about a tablespoon for 60 seconds, concentrating on your surgical site, then spit out. The most important time of day is right before you go to bed, after this rinse do not eat or drink anything, this allows the residue of the rinse to work overnight.

Eating

It is very important that you eat a well balanced diet, as this helps your body to heal. Try to eat soft foods, such as pasta, eggs, soups etc. While eating please try to avoid the area in which you had surgery.

Activity

Avoid any strenuous physical activity for at least three days following your surgery. This includes any activities that can raise your blood pressure, as this may lead to excessive bleeding.

Ice Packs

If directed, apply ice packs (a bag of frozen vegetables will do) to the face, 15 minutes on, 15 minutes off, for the prescribed length of time. This will help to reduce swelling.

Bleeding

Some blood in your saliva is normal. However, if you notice considerable bleeding, please call Dr. Hoffman immediately. Then, take a moist tea bag (regular tea not herbal) and press it firmly to the area that is bleeding for 15 minutes. This should help stop the bleeding.

Smoking

DO NOT SMOKE for at least three days, and ideally for a full week. The longer you can go without smoking, the better, and the less you smoke, the better. Smoking is extremely detrimental to the healing process.

Swelling

Expect some swelling. Peak swelling typically occurs on the third day.

Periodontal Dressing

You have medical “crazy glue” over the area of the frenectomy. Pieces of the glue may come off, this is normal. While the glue is in place the area may feel irritated, this is normal. Please do not take it off yourself, if it still remains in place at your first post-op appointment, Dr. Hoffman will remove it. Should the glue come off, it appears and feels like a piece of hard blue/purple “plastic”.

Medication

Medication to relieve discomfort should be taken every four hours the day of the procedure, from then on you should take it only when you feel it is necessary. (If you experience discomfort in between taking the Toradol you can take 1000mg of Tylenol {2 extra strength or 3 regular} if needed). (DO NOT COMBINE WITH ADVIL, MOTRIN, ASPIRIN OR ANY OTHER NSAID’S). The area of the frenectomy may be very tender for a few days.

Oral Rinse

Do not brush the surgery site. You may brush everywhere else in your mouth, but use the oral rinse that has been prescribed in the area of your surgery instead of brushing. This rinse should be used three times daily. Rinse with about a tablespoon for 60 seconds, concentrating on your surgical site, then spit out. The most important time of day is right before you go to bed, after this rinse do not eat or drink anything, this allows the residue of the rinse to work overnight.

Eating

It is very important that you eat a well balanced diet, as this helps your body to heal. Try to eat soft foods, such as pasta, eggs, soups etc. While eating please try to avoid the area in which you had surgery. Avoid biting into anything (such as a sandwich or an apple).

Activity

Avoid any strenuous physical activity for at least three days following your surgery. This includes any activities that can raise your blood pressure, as this may lead to excessive bleeding.

Bleeding

Some blood in your saliva is normal. However, if you notice considerable bleeding, please call Dr. Hoffman immediately.

Smoking

DO NOT SMOKE for at least three days, and ideally for a full week. The longer you can go without smoking, the better, and the less you smoke, the better. Smoking is extremely detrimental to the healing process.

Swelling

Expect some swelling. Peak swelling typically occurs on the third day, and you may get some bruising.

Periodontal Dressing

You have “glue” over the graft site. Pieces of the glue may come off, this is normal. Please do not take it off yourself, if it still remains in place at your first post-op appointment Dr. Hoffman will remove it. Should the glue come off, it appears and feels like a piece of hard blue/purple “plastic”.

Medication

Medication to relieve discomfort should be taken every four hours the day of the procedure, from then on you should take it only when you feel it is necessary. (If you experience discomfort in between taking the Toradol you can take 1000mg of Tylenol {2 extra strength or 3 regular} if needed). (DO NOT COMBINE WITH ADVIL, MOTRIN, ASPIRIN OR ANY OTHER NSAID’S).

Oral Rinse

Do not brush the surgery site for 3 weeks. You may brush everywhere else in your mouth, but use the oral rinse that has been prescribed in the area of your surgery instead of brushing. This rinse should be used three times daily. Rinse with about a tablespoon for 60 seconds, concentrating on your surgical site, then spit out. The most important time of day is right before you go to bed, after this rinse do not eat or drink anything, this allows the residue of the rinse to work overnight.

Eating

It is very important that you eat a well balanced diet, as this helps your body to heal. Try to eat soft foods, such as pasta, eggs, soups etc. While eating please try to avoid the area in which you had surgery. Avoid biting into anything (such as a sandwich or an apple).

Activity

Avoid any strenuous physical activity for at least three days following your surgery. This includes any activities that can raise your blood pressure, as this may lead to excessive bleeding.

Bleeding

Some blood in your saliva is normal. A dark purple blood clot (gelatinous tissue) may form and/or come loose, this is normal. However, if.you notice considerable bleeding from the palate, please call Dr. Hoffman immediately. Then, take a moist tea bag (regular tea not herbal) and press it firmly to the palate for 15 minutes. This should help stop the bleeding.

Smoking

DO NOT SMOKE for at least three days, and ideally for a full week. The longer you can go without smoking, the better, and the less you smoke, the better. Smoking is extremely detrimental to the healing process.

Swelling

Expect some swelling. Peak swelling typically occurs on the third day, and you may get some bruising.

Periodontal Dressing

You may have a pink dressing over your surgical site. This is put in place to aid the healing process. If the entire dressing comes off within three days of your surgery, please call Dr. Hoffman and make him aware of the situation. If it falls off after the three days, you do not need to contact him. Please do not take it off yourself, if it still remains in place at your first post-op appointment, Dr. Hoffman will remove it.

Medication

Medication to relieve discomfort should be taken every four hours the day of the procedure, from then on you should take it only when you feel it is necessary. (If you experience discomfort in between taking the Toradol you can take 1000mg of Tylenol {2 extra strength or 3 regular} if needed). (DO NOT COMBINE WITH ADVIL, MOTRIN, ASPIRIN OR ANY OTHER NSAID’S).

Oral Rinse

Do not brush the surgery site. You may brush everywhere else in your mouth, but use the oral rinse that has been prescribed in the area of your surgery instead of brushing. This rinse should be used three times daily. Rinse with about a tablespoon for 60 seconds, concentrating on your surgical site, then spit out. The most important time of day is right before you go to bed, after this rinse do not eat or drink anything, this allows the residue of the rinse to work overnight.

Eating

It is very important that you eat a well balanced diet, as this helps your body to heal. Try to eat soft foods, such as pasta, eggs, soups etc. While eating please try to avoid the area in which you had surgery.

Activity

Avoid any strenuous physical activity for at least three days following your surgery. This includes any activities that can raise your blood pressure, as this may lead to excessive bleeding.

Ice Packs

If directed, apply ice packs (a bag of frozen vegetables will do) to the face, 15 minutes on, 15 minutes off, for the prescribed length of time. This will help to reduce swelling.

Bleeding

Some blood in your saliva is normal. However, if you notice considerable bleeding, please call Dr. Hoffman immediately. Then, take a moist tea bag (regular tea not herbal) and press it firmly for 15 minutes to the area that is bleeding. This should help stop the bleeding.

Smoking

DO NOT SMOKE for at least three days, and ideally for a full week. The longer you can go without smoking, the better, and the less you smoke, the better. Smoking is extremely detrimental to the healing process.

Swelling

Expect some swelling. Peak swelling typically occurs on the third day.

Medication

Medication to relieve discomfort should be taken every four hours the day of the procedure, from then on you should take it only when you feel it is necessary. (If you experience discomfort in between taking the Toradol you can take 1000mg of Tylenol {2 extra strength or 3 regular} if needed). (DO NOT COMBINE WITH ADVIL, MOTRIN, ASPIRIN OR ANY OTHER NSAID’S). Dr. Hoffman may have prescribed antibiotics for you, please follow the instructions in taking the medication.

Oral Rinse

Do not brush the surgery site. You may brush everywhere else in your mouth, but use the oral rinse that has· been prescribed in the area of your surgery instead of brushing. This rinse should be used three times daily. Rinse with about a tablespoon for 60 seconds, concentrating on your surgical site, then spit out. The most important time of day is right before you go to bed, after this rinse do not eat or drink anything, this allows the residue of the rinse to work overnight.

Eating

It is very important that you eat a well balanced diet, as this helps your body to heal. Try to eat soft foods, such as pasta, eggs, soups etc. While eating please try to avoid the area in which you had surgery.

Activity

Avoid any strenuous physical activity for at least three days following your surgery. This includes any activities that can raise your blood pressure, as this may lead to excessive bleeding.

Ice Packs

Apply ice packs (a bag of frozen vegetables will do) to the face, 15 minutes on, 15 minutes off. for the prescribed length of time. This will help to reduce swelling.

Bleeding

Some blood in your saliva is normal. However, if you notice considerable bleeding, please call Dr. Hoffman immediately. Then, take a moist tea bag (regular tea not herbal) and press it firmly for a few minutes to area that is bleeding. This should help stop the bleeding.

Smoking

DO NOT SMOKE for at least three days, and ideally for a full week. The longer you can go without smoking, the better, and the less you smoke, the better. Smoking is extremely detrimental to the healing process.

Swelling

Expect some swelling. Peak swelling typically occurs on the third day.

Medication

Medication to relieve discomfort should be taken every four hours the day of the procedure, from then on you should take it only when you feel it is necessary. (If you experience discomfort in between taking the Toradol you can take 1000mg of Tylenol {2 extra strength or 3 regular} if needed). (DO NOT COMBINE WITH ADVIL, MOTRIN, ASPIRIN OR ANY OTHER NSAID’S). Dr. Hoffman may prescribe antibiotics to aid in the healing of the bone, please take the prescription as directed.

Oral Rinse

Do not brush the surgery site. You may brush everywhere else in your mouth, but use the oral rinse that has been prescribed in the area of your surgery instead ·of brushing. This rinse should be used three times daily. Rinse with about a tablespoon for 60 seconds, concentrating on your surgical site, then spit out. The most important time of day is right before you go to bed, after this rinse do not eat or drink anything, this allows the residue of the rinse to work overnight.

Eating

It is very important that you eat a well balanced diet, as this helps your body to heal. Try to eat soft foods, such as pasta, eggs, soups etc. While eating please try to avoid the area in which you had surgery.

Activity

Avoid any strenuous physical activity for at least three days following your surgery. This includes any activities that can raise your blood pressure, as this may lead to excessive bleeding.

Ice Packs

If directed, apply ice packs (a bag of frozen vegetables will do) to the face, 15 minutes on, 15 minutes off, for the prescribed length of time. This will help to reduce swelling.

Bleeding

Some blood in your saliva is normal. However, if you notice considerable bleeding, please call Dr. Hoffman immediately. Then, take a moist tea bag (regular tea not herbal) and press it firmly to the area that is bleeding for 15 minutes. This should help stop the bleeding.

Smoking

DO NOT SMOKE for at least three days, and ideally for a full week. The longer you can go without smoking, the better, and the less you smoke, the better. Smoking is extremely detrimental to the healing process.

Swelling

Expect some swelling. Peak swelling typically occurs on the third day.