MIDC Precautions And Medications Following A Surgery.

 

1) ACTIVITY

After the surgery relax as much as possible, avoid warm or sunny places and avoid excessive effort for 24 hours.

 

2) DISCOMFORT

Some discomfort may be present when the anesthesia wears off. You can minimize this by taking pain killers (analgesics) as prescribed before the anaesthesia wears off.

 

3) SWELLING

Some swelling is to be expected. To minimize swelling following a surgery, apply an ice bag to the outside of the face in the operated area 10 minutes on and then 10 minutes off for a minimum of 4 hours. This should be started just after the surgery without delay (If possible before leaving the clinic).

 

4) BLEEDING

• Slight blood stained saliva during the first day is normal.

• If there is considerable bleeding, apply pressure to the area by using gauze or wet tea bags for 15-20 minutes.

• If bleeding does not stop apply the same pressure for a second time.

• If excessive bleeding continues please contact your dentist.

• Remember most of blood is actually a little blood mixed with a lot of saliva.

• If rinsing your mouth use ice-cold water only, and swish very gently.

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5) EATING AND DRINKING

• All food should be soft for 3-4 days following your surgery.

• All food and liquids should be cold for the first 24 hours.

• Avoid spicy, salty, and excessively hot food and liquids.

 

6) ORAL HYGIENE

Brushing and oral hygiene should be carried out regularly in the non-operated areas. For the operated area use the Chlorhexidine antiseptic or any prescribed mouth wash twice a day.

 

7) CIGARETTES AND ALCOHOLS

Both should be STOPPED following surgery.

 

8) ANTIBIOTICS

If antibiotics are prescribed, take them as directed until ALL ARE GONE. If you experience any reactions (such as a rash, itching, vomiting, diarrhea etc.) discontinue the medication and contact your dentist.