Gauze should stay in place with biting pressure for approximately 15-30 minutes after you leave our office.
When you remove the gauze it will be soiled; this does not mean your child is bleeding. Often the blood clot will mix with saliva and appear as excessive bleeding. Leave the gauze out and encourage plenty of liquids.
Do not allow your child to drink through a straw, spit vigorously for up to 24 hours.
You should try to maintain as normal a diet as possible avoiding foods that are sharp, crunchy, too hot or too cold because the area may be sensitive.
Use the prescription medication prescribed by your doctor.
The ice pack can be used immediately after the dressing and up to 24 hours later to reduce swelling.( 10 minutes on and 10 minutes off )
If bleeding is restarted, put sterilized Gauze or a clean cloth or tea bag on the area and bite it for 1 hour.
To prevent bleeding and swelling, use two or three pillows to sleep on top of your child’s head
Brush the rest of your teeth every day, but do not rinse or wash your mouth on surgery day.
Your child’s cheek, lip and tongue will be numb for approximately 2 to 3 hours. Please be very careful that your child does not bite or pick at this area.
