Tips for a Smooth Recovery After Gum Treatment

🦷 Post-Operative Instructions for Periodontal Surgery & Gingivectomy
Caring for your gums after treatment is essential for healing and comfort. Follow these specific instructions for supportive therapy in the first 3–5 days after surgery.:

🧼 1. Oral Hygiene

• Teeth in the operated area should be very gently brushed and flossed only after 24 hours. Removal of plaque is essential for good healing.

• In case grafts have been placed in the area, please avoid brushing and flossing for a few week after surgery, you may visit the clinic for gentle cleaning.

• Use the prescribed mouth rinse (e.g., chlorhexidine) gently twice a day, starting 24 hours after the surgery.

• Continue regular brushing in non-treated areas to keep your mouth clean.

🧊 2. Bleeding & Swelling

• Slight bleeding or oozing is normal. If needed, apply gentle pressure with sterile gauze.

• Use cold packs (10 mins on, 10 mins off) for the first 24 hours to reduce swelling.

🍲 3. Diet

• Wait for approximately 1 to 2 hours before eating. Stick to soft, cool, and non-spicy foods for the first few days.

• Avoid hot drinks, crunchy foods, alcohol, and smoking.

• Stay hydrated, but avoid using straws.

• Chew on the non-operated site for 1 week following the surgery

💊 4. Medications

• Take all prescribed antibiotics and painkillers on schedule.

• Do not skip doses, even if you’re feeling better.

🛏 5. Rest & Recovery

• Take it easy for the first 24–48 hours. Avoid vigorous activity or exercise.

• Sleep with your head elevated the first night to minimize swelling.

• Stop smoking, tobacco chewing and alcohol consumption after the surgery.

📆 6. Follow-Up

• Attend your follow-up appointment as scheduled for suture removal and healing assessment.

• Contact us immediately if you notice excessive bleeding, swelling, or discomfort.

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