Post-Operative Information

Please note that your operation involved a potential or actual opening into your maxillary sinus (Antrum). After this type of operation, it is possible for the wound to break down

1. Bleeding Light oozing and salivary discolouration are normal. Keep a mouth pack (gauze) in place with firm pressure for at least 15 minutes post-op.If bleeding continues, change the gauze

Pain is best controlled by taking regular medications and preventing pain rather than attempting to reduce pain. Use the following schedule to maximise your pain relief:6am – Paracetamol (2 x

Post-operative care is important following surgery, and recovery may be delayed if this is neglected. Monitor Vitals: HR, BP, Respiratory Rate, Sats, Temp Medications as charted: Antibiotics and analgesics will

Post-operative care is important following surgery, and recovery may be delayed if this is neglected. Bleeding:Light oozing is expected, as is salivary discolouration. Discomfort/Pain:A prescription for analgesics will be provided.

Post-operative care is important following surgery, and recovery may be delayed if neglected. Monitor Vitals: Heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, temperature, drain output. Medications: Take prescribed antibiotics

It is essential for the early healing process that the following directions are observed during the first two weeks after the operation: DO NOT CHEW DIRECTLY ONTO THE IMPLANT Avoid

Expect pain and swelling, manage with ice packs and prescribed medications. Avoid alcohol, smoking, and heavy exercise. Maintain oral hygiene with saltwater rinses and Chlorhexidine mouthwash. Contact the practice for any concerns.

Avoid alcohol and smoking, manage swelling with ice packs, and maintain oral hygiene with saltwater rinses. Take prescribed antibiotics and pain relief, and attend a follow-up appointment for suture removal.

Consume soft foods, avoid alcohol and smoking, and manage swelling with ice packs. Take prescribed antibiotics and pain relief, and maintain oral hygiene with saltwater and Chlorhexidine mouthwash.

Expect some pain and swelling. Manage bleeding with gauze, take prescribed antibiotics and analgesics, and maintain oral hygiene with saltwater rinses. Avoid alcohol and smoking during healing.

Keep the denture in place for 24 hours to protect the blood clot. Manage bleeding with gauze, clean the denture regularly, and expect temporary speech changes. Remove stitches after a week.