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Consultation and examination
A complete medical history will be obtained, with particular attention to allergies, medications or health problems that might affect surgery and/or administration of anesthesia. It is important that you provide complete information, particularly about medications you may be taking, so the surgeon has an accurate, recent and complete assessment of your health prior to recommending any surgery.
Your surgeon will then conduct and complete oral exam. This exam will likely require two, or three dimensional imaging based on the situation. He will share with you his findings and the results. A treatment plan will be offered which you can review in details. An estimate, including codes for insurers and associated fees, will be given to you prior to your surgery.
Anesthesia
Modern anesthesia techniques now make it possible to perform even complex surgery in the office with little or no discomfort. One or both of the following techniques are used to control pain and anxiety:
- local anesthesia to numb the surgical area;
- intravenous sedation to relax you.
Your surgeon will fully explain the type of anesthesia
that is most appropriate for your needs.
The following are tips to help you prepare for your surgery appointment:
Clothing
Wear loose, comfortable clothing with sleeves that can be easily rolled up. If you are to be given an intravenous sedation, remember that tight sleeves can make this difficult.
Transportation
If intravenous sedation will be administered, arrange to have someone accompany you to your surgery appointment and drive you home afterwards. You may be drowsy for a while after surgery, and driving yourself would be unsafe.
Diet
If intravenous sedation will be administered, do not eat or drink for at least one hour prior to your surgery appointment.
Medications
Adhere to any medication schedule that is prescribed by the surgeon prior to surgery. For example antibiotics may be prescribed in certain cases to eliminate any infection that may otherwise complicate surgery and healing.
Day of operation
Post-operative instructions must be followed carefully to ensure quick recovery. Some swelling, stiffness, and discomfort are to be expected after a surgery.
- Keep gauzes in mouth for one to two hours, applying constant, firm pressure, and replace it every half hour if needed.
- If bleeding persists, bite on a moist tea bag for half an hour. Repeat if necessary.
- Keep head elevated and rest quietly.
- Apply an ice bag to affected area for up to 48 hours after surgery.
- Some oozing of blood and red discoloration of saliva are normal.
Recommendations
Avoid
Until bleeding is controlled, avoid eating. For 24 hours, avoid sucking on the wound, spitting, the use of mouthwashes, smoking, exercising, or drinking with a straw.
Pain
Take medication for pain as directed.
Diet
Room temperature liquids or soft foods only.
From second day to complete healing
- Rinse mouth with salt water (add 1/4 teaspoon of salt to 200 ml/8 oz of hot water). Repeat rinsing after meals, every day until the next appointment.
- Your diet may be soft to regular, as desired.
- Continue with medication for pain if needed, and rest.
- After 48 hours start to apply hot compresses on cheeks until swelling has disappeared and mouth opening is normal.
- If prescribed, continue to take antibiotics until the end of the treatment.
In case of emergency
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