Post-operative instructions for socket bone grafting
If you have any questions regarding any of this information, please ask your oral surgeon.
Your bone graft is made up of many particles. You may find some small granules in your mouth for the first several days. Do not be alarmed by these. It’s normal to have some of them come out of the extraction site and into your mouth. There are some things you could do to minimize the number of particles that become dislodged.
- Do not vigorously rinse or spit for 3 to 5 days.
- Do not apply pressure with your tongue or fingers to the grafted area, as the material is movable during the initial healing.
- Do not lift or pull on the lip to look at the sutures. This can actually cause damage to the wound site and tear the sutures.
For the first day, we suggest letting the blood clot stabilize. Gentle rinsing would be advised, but not too vigorously, as you can again disturb some of the bone graft granules. If a partial denture or a flipper was placed in your mouth, you will probably have to see your restorative dentist to have it adjusted and learn how to remove and replace it appropriately.
A postoperative appointment will need to be made seven to ten days from now to check the area and remove any sutures.
Questions/Problems
We want you to have a smooth and pleasant recovery. Following these instructions will ensure the best possible outcome. Please call the office if you have any questions or concerns about your progress. Thank you for trusting us with your oral and maxillofacial surgery needs.
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