02

Nov

Post Operative Instructions For Frenectomy

If you’ve recently had a frenectomy, it’s important to know how to take care of your mouth afterward. These Post Operative Instructions For Frenectomy will help you heal comfortably and avoid any complications. If you have any questions, feel free to call us anytime at (512) 863-7561.

Avoid eating anything until the anesthesia numbness is completely gone. Eating when it's all numb can accidentally bite your lips, cheeks, or tongue, which can cause injury. Once the effect goes away, you will have pain or discomfort, so take a prescribed or any OTC (non-aspirin) painkiller.

Post Operative Instructions For Frenectomy (Medications)

For pain relief, take Ibuprofen (Advil) 800 mg every 4–6 hours for 3–5 days after the procedure. Take it as directed, even if you are not in pain.

Do not exceed 2400 mg (12 tablets) in 24 hours, even if you still feel discomfort. You may alternate Ibuprofen and Extra Strength Tylenol for better pain relief. Take Extra Strength Tylenol 1000 mg (2 tablets) every 4–6 hours for the next 3–5 days.

Do not exceed 4000 mg (8 tablets) of Tylenol in 24 hours. Important: Take all medications exactly as prescribed. Do not increase or skip doses on your own, whether or not you feel pain.

If you are taking Vicodin, Tylenol #3, Percocet, or Tramadol, take only 1 tablet of Extra Strength Tylenol (not the full dose) since these prescription medicines already contain Tylenol.

If a stronger pain medication has been prescribed, you may fill it at any pharmacy if over-the-counter medicines don’t control your pain. If the medication feels too strong, you may take half a tablet instead.

Do not take these painkillers on an empty stomach, and do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking them, as they may cause drowsiness or nausea.

You may also have been prescribed antibiotics to help prevent infection. Take them exactly as directed and finish the full course

Discomfort

Do not worry about swelling on the surgical side as its a common side effect after the surgery. Furthermore, chapped lips, mild bruising on lips or cheeks are common. These will get better over time. But, these home remedies will be helpful:

Tips for reducing swelling:

● Use an ice pack for 20 minutes on and off for 2 days after the surgery. Do this 3 to 4 times a day to minimize swelling. After 2 days, switch to warm compression as this combination works well

● When lying down, use 2 pillows to keep your head elevated. Sleep on the opposite side where the surgery was performed.

● Swelling can worsen upon waking and typically lasts for 3 days. Contact us if you have an experience of an increase in swelling.

Minimize Tooth Sensitivity:

● Practice proper oral hygiene to avoid plaque, which will help reduce sensitivity. If it's increasing, contact us; if the sensitivity is not improving, contact us we might prescribe medication or treatment for it.

● During the healing phase, feeling sensitive towards hot or cold items is natural. and will start improving in a few weeks.

Clear Appliance or Upper Denture:

● Don’t remove it at any cost at least for one day after the procedure. If it fills with blood, rinse with Chlorhexidine or lukewarm salt water but do not remove it

● After one day, you can remove for meals or as directed.

Dressing

We will place a surgical dressing to protect the surgical side, reduce discomfort and help controling minor bleeding. It will get harden in a few hours and will stay in there for a week or 2. Try to keep the dressing in place until the next appointment and will change it by then.

If it gets loose or out, contact us and dont try to reposition on your own. When brushing, avoid the gums and on the dressing, brush only the biting surfaces carefully.

Chew from the opposite side and appear for the appointment for dressing removal and to check the healing process.

Bleeding:

Minor bleeding for the first 2 days after the surgery is normal. Try to avoid hot food and rinsing your mouth as it can make bleed last longer.

If heavy bleeding, press gently on the gauze pad for 20 to 30 minutes and dont check again and again. But, if its not in controlling then visit us.

Avoid heavy workout for the next 2 to 3 days after the surgery as it can put pressure and can cause bleeding.

Eating / Diet:

Have a soft diet and eat from the opposite side. If your procedure was done on the front teeth, dont bite directly. Meaning, Cut them in small pieces and have them from the opposite side.

● You can search for a soft food diet, but it should be nutritious and not require pressure to eat them. Common options are soups, pasta, scrambled eggs, mashed potatoes, and macaroni. Have plenty of water with it

● Avoid sticky, hard, brittle, spicy, or acidic foods such as nuts, popcorn, chips, and ice.

● Avoid alcohol, beer, or wine until the next visit. Smoking is also not allowed, but if you can't it, have nicotine patches instead. It's better not to smoke at all, but avoid it for at least 2 weeks after the surgery for better healing.

Homecare

Continue regular oral hygiene for the other areas not affected by the surgery. For the dressing part, gently brush only the biting surface. Rinse with lukewarm salt water after eating or snacking. Make it by using half a teaspoon of salt with warm water and rinse it for 4 to 5 times a day. But, avoid vigorous rinsing

Do This From Tomorrow:

Use Periogard, Peridex, or Chlorhexidine mouth rinse 2 times a day. One in the morning and before bed. and avoid eating after it. We may recommend using a soft Q-tip or cotton swab with toothpaste for teeth cleaning for the treated areas. Avoid brushing or flossing until it's completely healed. eding.

DON’T

● Touching on the surgical site with fingers or tongue.
● Dont pull your lips to look at these again and again. leave it as it so it can heal properly.
● Avoid hot and cold foods. You can have a milkshake with a spoon.
● Dont use straws as suction can delay healing and dislodge the blood clot.
● Avoid drinking or smoking until the next appointment.
● Avoid sleeping on the surgical side.
● Avoid a Heavy workout
● Relax and maintain good oral hygiene

If you have any concerns, questions, or symptoms getting worse, contact us at (512) 863-7561.

Review Us

We’d love to hear about your experience with us. Your feedback helps us improve and serve you better.
Please take a moment to leave us a review:
Leave a Google Review
Leave a Facebook Review

Contact Info

Address

Phone

Email

02