GENERAL POST-OP INSTRUCTIONS
 

The following is a list of general instructionsfollowing surgery. A more complete set of instructions specific to the procedure(s) performed for you will be provided.

These general instructions are designed to minimize your Post-Operative discomfort and inform you of situations which can and may arise.

  • DO NOT rinse for at least 24 hours.
  • DO NOT rinse for 3 to 5 days following a bone graft surgery.
  • DO NOT over exercise.
  • The heart rate will increase and thus bleeding will increase.
  • DO NOT smoke or use oral tobacco for 72 hours!
 

Remember P.I.E.R.:

P
I
E
R

 Pressure
Ice
Elevation
Rest		 Light pressure on the area
Cold compresses on the area
Elevate head when lying down
And plenty of it!

1. If an antibiotic is prescribed during treatment, you should take the medication exactly as directed on the prescription to completion.

2. If you were sedated for surgery:

  • DO NOT drive or operate heavy equipment
  • DO NOT work around machinery
  • DO NOT climb ladders or work at unprotected heightsfor 24 hours or until the effects of sedation have gone.

3. DO NOT consume alcoholic beverages:

  • Until the healing process is complete
  • While you are under medication

4. DO NOT exceed the prescribed and recommended dosage. Take only the medication as directed on the prescription.

5. DO NOT give any of your medication to ANY other individual.

6. DO NOT leave your medication exposed and available to children.

7. Notify the doctor if you have any symptoms which may be related to an allergic reaction.

    

Post-Op Medication

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

Home    About Dr. Pierri     Mission Statement    Financial Policies    Insurance Plans    Services Overview    Description of Services   
FAQ    About the Surgery    Maintaining Dental Implants    Consent Forms      Post-Op Instructions     Home Care     For Women   
Prescription Medications    Dietary Needs   Patient's Rights & Responsibilities   Contact   Location   Terms of Use

 
Copyright © 2006 Dental Implants of Long Island and MedNet Technologies, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
This site is optimized for a display setting of 800 by 600 pixels, or greater.

MedNet-Sites by MedNet Technologies