South County Periodontics & Implant Dentistry

Brushing and Flossing, Part 2 A back and forth scrubbing technique with short stroked including small circle strokes is recommended (the modified bass technique). For the outside surfaces of all teeth and the inside surfaces of the back teeth, position the brush with the bristles at the junction between the teeth and gums. Then move the brush back and forth with short strokes several times.... For the inside surfaces of the upper and lower front teeth. See more

Effective Brushing and Flossing, Part 1 A toothbrush removes the bacterial film from the outer, the inner, and the biting surfaces of the teeth. It will not however remove plaque from in between the teeth, which is why flossing is necessary. Brushing should be performed gently but with enough pressure to feel the bristles on the gum.... Do not use so much pressure that you feel discomfort. See more

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Brushing and Flossing, Part 2 A back and forth scrubbing technique with short stroked including small circle strokes is recommended (the modified bass technique). For the outside surfaces of all teeth and the inside surfaces of the back teeth, position the brush with the bristles at the junction between the teeth and gums. Then move the brush back and forth with short strokes several times.... For the inside surfaces of the upper and lower front teeth. See more

Effective Brushing and Flossing, Part 1 A toothbrush removes the bacterial film from the outer, the inner, and the biting surfaces of the teeth. It will not however remove plaque from in between the teeth, which is why flossing is necessary. Brushing should be performed gently but with enough pressure to feel the bristles on the gum.... Do not use so much pressure that you feel discomfort. See more

What To Expect With Periodontal Surgery - Post-Op Phase: Alcohol and Tobacco For 24 hours after surgery (48 hours if an IV anesthetic was used), do not drink any alcohol. Also, you should not smoke for at least 2 full weeks.... Smoking can have a powerfully negative effect on the healing process after surgery. See more

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What To Expect With Periodontal Surgery - Post-Op Phase: Activity While taking pain medications, it is important to avoid driving a car or operating any kind of heavy machinery. Additionally, you should limit yourself to only light physical activity for at least 2 weeks after your surgery.... This includes strenuous exercise and involved housework. Walking and mild housework are both acceptable. See more

What To Expect With Periodontal Surgery - Post-Op Phase: Surgical Dressings In some cases, a surgical dressing may be utilized to cover the surgical site and prevent accidental trauma. Be mindful of the dressing and avoid hard foods or brushing the teeth in that area.

What To Expect With Periodontal Surgery - Post-Op Phase: Hygiene Peridex (chlorhexidine gluconate) is a special mouthwash that your doctor may prescribe. Use the solution 2-3 times a day for once minutes at a time.... Since toothpaste can interfere with Peridex, you should use the mouthwash one hour before or after brushing your teeth. As an antibacterial agent, Peridex can keep the healing surgical areas clean, but don’t be alarmed if it stains your teeth or deters your taste perception (the stains are removable and your taste will return to normal after you stop using the solution). Continue to brush all areas of your teeth except for the surgical area with a medium or soft bristled toothbrush (just take care when brushing near the surgical site so as to prevent further trauma. See more

What To Expect With Periodontal Surgery - Post-Op Phase: Diet, Part 2 Examples of soft diet foods: soups, broths, creams, oatmeal, cream of wheat, applesauce, rice, over-cooked pasta, mashed potatoes, scrambled eggs, baby food, blenderized foods, fruit and vegetable juices, milk shakes, puddings, yogurt, ice cream. 2,000 - 4,000 calories per day is recommended following surgery.... To supplement caloric intake try the nutritional drinks (example: Ensure, Sustical) available at most super markets. Avoid spicy or highly seasoned foods, as they can irritate tissues. Increase consumption of liquids. See more

What To Expect With Periodontal Surgery - Post-Op Phase: Diet, Part 1 After your surgery, you will have to maintain a soft foods diet for at least 2 weeks. A diet of soft foods will serve to minimize trauma to the surgical sites, and this can have a positive effect on healing.... Sometimes an even longer period time is necessary, and the doctor will inform you if the period needs to be longer or if a liquid diet is required. Try to chew on sides not affected by surgery when possible. It is very important that you eat well-balanced and nutritional meals. See more

What To Expect With Periodontal Surgery - Post-Op Phase: Sutures Stitches are used to close the gums back together. Doctors may use either dissolvable or non-dissolvable stitches, depending on your particular case.... The dissolvable variety will begin to disintegrate in 1 to 2 weeks while the doctor will remove the non-dissolvable type at the first or second post-operative visit. See more