After Biopsy

Bleeding Control

Remove the gauze pack upon arriving home. Slight bleeding is expected. If bleeding persists, place a roll of sterile gauze over the wound and apply firm pressure for 30 minutes. Any stitches placed will dissolve in 3 to 7 days.

Pain Control

The numbing agent will last about 2 hours. You can expect soreness at the surgical site for the first few days. Take Ibuprofen (Advil/Motrin) and/or Acetaminophen (Tylenol) as per bottle instructions for discomfort. Do not exceed the maximum recommended dose in 24 hours. A prescription pain medication may be prescribed if warranted.

Swelling Control

Apply ice packs to the face – on for 20 minutes, then off for 20 minutes. Repeat for the first 24 to 48 hours as needed. Swelling reaches its peak during the first 48 to 72 hours, then subsides.

Diet

Start with cold, soft foods after the procedure, then advance to your normal diet over 24-48 hours.

Oral Hygiene

Resume brushing your teeth the day after surgery Begin salt water rinses (1⁄2 teaspoon table salt mixed in a large glass of warm water) the day after surgery. Rinse your mouth after meals and before bedtime for one week.
Avoid any alcohol- based mouthwashes for one week, as these can irritate the surgical site.
Do not to smoke for at least 24 hours after surgery. It is best to avoid smoking for a week as this will help to insure a rapid and uneventful recovery.

Physical Exercise

Rest for the remainder of the day. You may resume your normal activities the day after surgery.

Allergic Reaction / After Hours Contact:

If you develop hives or a rash, discontinue all medication and immediately contact our office.

Telephone Support 24/7: 360-671-4859

Please call our office with any questions. Surgical assistants are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday. For after-hours support, we utilize a third party answering service. If they do not answer, leave your name and telephone number. The doctor will return your call immediately. If the doctor does not call back in 20 minutes, please call again.

Biopsy Instructions

Nadeem Esmail, DDS, MD
Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

Home Instructions

Before Anesthesia After Dental Implant Surgery After Wisdom Tooth Removal After Wisdom Tooth Removal Pain Management After Impacted Tooth Exposure After Extractions After Multiple Extractions After Biopsy After Expose And Bond

Dental Implants

Feel and function like natural teeth

At Esmail Oral, Facial and Dental Implant Surgery, Dr. Nadeem Esmail is trained in the single stage dental implant method. This means that you get your dental implants done with fewer procedures, so you can get right to healing and using your new teeth. When it comes to dental implants, being able to get through it with fewer visits is ideal for anyone, whether you’re seeking one dental implant or to replace all your teeth. In many cases, the implant can even be placed on the same day as the extraction.