In order to have the most efficient and effective treatment in our office, you will need to read and understand the instructions pertaining to your procedure. Your instructions will vary depending on what type of procedure you have, but typically patients are given both pre- and post-operative care instructions. Whether you are having dental implants, wisdom teeth extractions, facial cosmetic treatment, or CO2 laser resurfacing, you will need to follow the care instructions given to you by Greater Charlotte Oral & Facial Surgery for optimal results. If you have any questions or do not understand any part of these instructions, please contact our office immediately.
We pride ourselves on treating you with the best care possible. Listed below are just a few things to keep in mind to help your surgical procedure go as smoothly as possible. If you have any questions or concerns leading up to your surgical visit, please feel free to give us a call at 704-542-9600! Do not eat or drink […]
IF YOU RECEIVED SEDATION Upon arriving home, lie down with your head elevated until the effects of the anesthetic are diminished. On the way home, your driver can get you something cold and soft to eat, like a milkshake. Just remove gauze and spoon in. No straws for the whole week following your procedure. Anesthetic effects vary by individual. Drowsiness […]
IF YOU RECEIVED SEDATION: Upon arriving home, lie down with your head elevated until the effects of the anesthetic are diminished. On the way home, your driver can get you something cold and soft to eat, like a milkshake. Just remove gauze and spoon in. No straws for the whole week following your procedure. Anesthetic effects vary by individual. Drowsiness […]
IMMEDIATELY UPON ARRIVING HOME: Lie down with your head elevated with 2 pillows (you will want to sleep/rest like this for one week). If bandages were placed, do not remove them. These will be removed at your first post-operative visit. Place cold compresses over the cheeks for the first day (20 minutes on, then 20 minutes off). If you had […]
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS: Avoid direct sunlight and keep skin moist and cool to aid healing. Avoid environmental irritants during healing process (e.g., dust, dirt, aerosols, cleaning agents). Avoid dryness and excessive heat (no high heat on blow dryer, medium heat is fine during healing process). Avoid any vigorous exercising for 2 weeks. Stay hydrated, eat healthy foods, and avoid alcohol. Redness […]
Nos enorgullecemos de tratarlo a usted con la mejor atención posible. A continuación un par de cosas que hay que tener en cuenta para ayudar que su cirugía salga tan bien como sea posible. Si usted tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud previos a su visita quirúrgica, siéntase libre de llamarnos al 704-542-9600. No coma ni beba nada incluyendo agua, después […]
Incluso antes de la cirugía oral o estética, muchos pacientes quieren saber qué esperar DESPUES de que la cirugía ha terminado. SI RECIBIÓ SEDACIÓN: Al llegar a casa, Acuéstese con su cabeza elevada hasta que se disminuyan los efectos de la anestesia. En el camino a casa, el conductor puede ofrecerle algo frío y suave para que coma, como un […]
SI RECIBIÓ SEDACIÓN: Al llegar a la casa, acuéstese con su cabeza elevada hasta que se disminuyan los efectos de la anestesia. En el camino a casa, el conductor puede ofrecerle algo frío y suave para que coma, como un batido. Solo remueva la gasa y cómaselo con una cuchara. No use pajilla durante la semana siguiente de la cirugía. […]
INMEDIATAMENTE DESPUÉS DE LLEGAR A CASA: Acostarse con la cabeza elevada con 2 almohadas. (Usted querrá dormir / descanse así como está durante una semana.) Si le colocaron vendas, no las elimine. Estas serán eliminadas en la primera visita postoperatoria. Ponga compresas frías sobre las mejillas durante el primer día (20 minutos y después 20 minutos sin la compresas). Si […]
EXPECTATIVAS GENERALES: Evite la luz solar directa y mantener la piel húmeda y fría para facilitar la curación. Evite irritantes ambientales durante el proceso de curación (por ejemplo, polvo, suciedad, aerosoles, productos de limpieza). Evite la sequedad y el calor excesivo (no use la secadora de pelo con calor excesivo, calor medio está bien durante el proceso de curación). Evite […]
