Postoperative Instructions
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Sleep with the head of bed elevated 30-40 degrees or sleep in a recliner for the first 2 weeks.
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Use cold compresses to the implant area (30 minutes on, 30 minutes off) for the first 3 days. We recommend cold moist compresses (bucket of water with ice
cubes and a washcloth.)
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You may shower the morning after surgery.
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Clean sutures inside your mouth by swishing with hydrogen peroxide 4 to 6 times daily, especially after meals. Please gently spit out peroxide after swishing.
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Use a finger or a baby’s toothbrush when brushing teeth and be very gentle when doing so, as not to disrupt the sutures.
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Exercise (no bending, heavy lifting or straining) for the first 2 to 4 weeks.
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Use your tongue to play or irritate sutures inside your mouth.
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Swallow hydrogen peroxide, gently spit it out.
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REMEMBER: Your face will retain swelling for several months. During that time you
may notice some lumpiness, tightness, asymmetry, and numbness.
Please call the office if you have any questions, (772) 546-FACE (3223)
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