In the first 24 hours after your procedure, you should avoid:
- Eating for at least 2 hours, or until the anesthesia wears off
- Vigorous physical exercise
- Drinking through a straw or sucking actions
- Smoking or using other tobacco products
- Alcohol
- Foods that are extreme in temperature or spicy
- Strong mouthwashes that contain alcohol
We also recommend that you:
- Take a non-aspirin pain reliever to alleviate tenderness and discomfort, such as Ibuprofen, Advil, or Tylenol
- Maintain a well-balanced soft diet
- Rinse with warm salt water rinse 3 times a day (½ teaspoon in 8 oz. water)
- Brush your teeth very lightly in the treated area. You may begin gently flossing the next day. You may brush and floss normally after 1 week
- Use all prescribed rinses and medications as directed
- Contact us if you have any concerns.
