Oral surgery might be a
dreadful thought for many, but the truth remains that it is often the
best way to keep bacteria and disease from threatening your teeth,
and to restore them to their former glory. However, if you're
scheduled to go under the knife soon, it's only natural for you to
feel anxious. Hence, to help ease your fear, take note of these steps
that you can take to ensure a speedy recovery:
You could try gargling with
saltwater after every meal, once in the morning and once before
bedtime, since this serves to minimize the pain that post-surgery gum
inflammation can cause. Keep the proportion to approximately ½ tsp.
of salt in 8 oz. of warm water.
Don't use your ordinary
toothbrush soon after oral surgery. Instead, buy a soft-bristled
brush and use this for a few days to weeks, depending on the expected
recovery time for your procedure or the orders of your doctor. When
brushing, avoid the tooth and gum area where the procedure was done.
Too much movement and pressure could dislodge implants, crowns, or
fillings.
A great recovery tip would
be to stay in touch with your dental surgeon even after the surgery,
so as to report any untoward reactions or side effects that might
occur and delay the healing process even further. Moreover, never
take any painkiller (or any other medication for that matter) that
your doctor did not directly prescribe for you.
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