530 Nichols Road
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 381-3890
Gum Surgery
1 - You may experience some pain, swelling and bleeding after the surgery.
2 - Take all the prescribed medications based on given instruction.
3 - Apply an ice bag on your face over the surgical site on the day of surgery
for 10 minutes on and 5 minutes off.
4 - Keep your next appointment on time for removal of sutures and follow-up
checks.
5 - DO NOT raise your lips with your fingers to inspect the treated area.
6 - DO NOT brush teeth near the surgical site. Brush teeth in the rest of your
mouth.
7- There is often a temporary loss of feeling in the operated area and the
tooth may feel loose.
8 - Do not smoke, spit or use a straw on the day of the surgery ( avoid
smoking for a few days after the surgery).
9 - Should any difficulties occur, do not hesitate to call our office anytime.



