POST-OP CARE: IMPLANT SURGERY

1. Bleeding – Following implant placement surgery, some bleeding is to be expected. If bleeding persists, place slightly moistened gauze pads directly over bleeding area and bite down firmly for ½ hour, repeating until gauze turns light pink in color. DO NOT eat or sleep with the gauze in.
2. Swelling – Ice pack can be applied on the outside of the face over the surgical area for 20 minutes on and 20 – 30 minutes off for the first 36 hours after surgery.
3. Medication – PAIN– Take as prescribed, NEVER ON AN EMPTY STOMACH. Do not drive or operate machinery while taking pain medications. BIRTH CONTROL PILLS – female patients taking birth control pills should use alternate contraceptive methods if antibiotics are prescribed.
   • Peridex Mouth Rinse – Brush your teeth prior to using. Swish and spit with a ½ oz. in the am and the pm.
   • Amoxicillin 500mg – 1 tablet 3 times a day until finished.
   • Motrin (Ibuprofen) 600mg – 1 tablet every 6 hours. Used for pain and swelling.
   • Over the Counter – Motrin/Advil/Ibuprofen 200mg each 2 – 3 tablets every 6 hours as needed for pain.
4. Diet – For the first several days after surgery avoid chewing directly over any area an implant or bone graft was placed.
5. Oral Hygiene –Rinse gently after meals using ½ tsp of salt to an 8 oz. glass of warm water. Brush your teeth normally, caution should be taken around any surgical site for the first couple of days.
6. Smoking – Should be discontinued or kept to a minimum for the first couple of days following implant placement surgery.
7. The following occurrences should be expected and cause no concern:
   • Swelling which follows surgery within the first 24 hours and may last up to 72 hours following surgery.
   • Discomfort at surgical areas.
   • A slightly elevated temperature within the first 24 hours.
   • If any unusual symptoms occur, please feel free to call our office.

If you have any questions or concerns prior to surgery please call our office:

Farmington Hills: (248) 553-3280
Canton: (734) 656-2500
Brighton: (810) 229-9600