Bone graft: aftercare

• Do eat soft and cold foods.
• Do take your antibiotics for the full prescribed duration.
• Do brush your surrounding teeth thoroughly.
• Do take over-the-counter pain medication if needed.
• Call us if you have severe pain.
• Don't spit or rinse for 2–3 days, as that can disrupt blood clotting and the stability of the bone graft.
• Don't touch, brush or floss the bone graft or stitches.
• Don't smoke for a month, as this can disrupt blood clotting and healing.
• Don't eat spicy, hot or acidic foods.
• Don't do intense physical activity for 2–3 days, since it can increase bleeding.

All post-op instructions