Immediately following surgery, you will probably rest for some time before you are driven home by the person who has accompanied you. During this time, Dr. Williams will monitor your condition and will make sure you are ready to leave.
Things to do on the days and weeks following surgery
Diet
How to avoid nausea
Managing and decreasing discomfort
The normal course of healing
How to best manage discomfort
Managing discomfort
Normal progression of discomfort and swelling
Medications to be taken to manage discomfort
Appropriate post-op foods
Diet
Best foods to eat
Irrigating instructions
Foods to avoid
Foods that promote healing
Appropriate post-op activities
Appropriate post-op activities
When to call your dentist with questions
Dry sockets and how to treat them
Definition of a dry socket
Normal amount of discomfort
How to avoid increasing discomfort
Best course of action for a dry socket
These patient aftercare videos are designed to help make the recovery time following your procedure progress as smoothly and painlessly as possible. This includes instructions about what to do immediately following your procedure, as well as in the days and weeks that after your surgery. You’ll learn what foods and activities are appropriate post-operation, in addition to managing discomfort and treating dry socket.
I hope you find the following videos beneficial to your recovery. Should you have any questions, contact us by email at scott@kswdds.com or by phone at (972) 743-6561.
