Post-operative care instructions

Crown Lengthening Post-op Care Instructions

Post-operative care instructions after a Crown Lengthening procedure by Dr. Miriam Ting.

Activity


          After leaving our dental office today, we suggest you consider relaxing or at least limiting your activity as much as possible for the remainder of the day. Avoid strenuous activity and all aerobic exercise for the next 24-48 hours.


Ice

          
          Applying an ice bag to your face for 20-minute intervals for the first 4-5 hours after surgery will helpminimize facial swelling and bruising.





Medication

          Use your anti-inflammatory medication to help prevent swelling and discomfort. It is recommended to take 400-800mg Ibuprofen every 4-6 hours for the next 4-5 days. Do not exceed 2400mg in a 24-hour period. If you have been given an antibiotic, take as directed until all of the medication is used. If nausea, itchy skin, or rash develops after taking any of the medication, discontinue their use and telephone the office immediately.



Bleeding

          Some slight bleeding is normal today. Try to avoid repeatedly spitting or rinsing your mouth during the first 3-4 hours after surgery as this will encourage bleeding. If bleeding persists, apply a tea bag to the area with firm but gentle pressure for 15-20 minutes. Avoid smoking and the use of alcohol as they will interfere with healing and will irritate your mouth.

Eating

          Something cold to drink or soft to eat is recommended the day of surgery; however, any soft food is okay. Avoid hard, crunchy, and chewy foods for two weeks following surgery as they may prematurely remove the sutures or cause additional trauma to the area.



Mouthcare

          Please brush gently only the teeth avoiding touching the gums in the area of surgery with a new toothbrush, but feel free to continue your regular oral hygiene on all other areas of your mouth. If we have prescribed a medicated mouth rinse, please rinse once in the morning and once in the evening until your next appointment. If you would like to rinse  more than that, warm salt water rinses are recommended throughout the day. In the event of an emergency situation, please call our hotline: 610-5503333


          


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