Post-Op Instructions

It is important to follow instructions after you have certain dental procedures to ensure proper healing and to avoid complications. As a rule of thumb, you should always wait two hours after surgery before eating to let the anesthesia wear off. Trying to eat before this could result in soft tissue damage because you are not able to feel all of your mouth. The instructions found below are guidelines. After your surgery the doctor or dental assistant will give you full instructions on how to properly recover from surgery.

Root Canal Therapy

Crowns and Bridges

White Fillings (Bonding)

Scaling and Root Planing

Veneers

Extractions