Dickinson, TX
A 29-year-old male asked:
why can't i get aroused after oral surgery?
3 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

Dr. Robert Killiananswered
General Practice 28 years experience
Sex after surgery: Sex is a high function of the human brain. When the body has been traumatized, like with surgery, the body preserves energy for healing. Your libido will return soon enough.
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Dr. Kevin Nailanswered
Dentistry 11 years experience
Oral surgery: Unless you just recently had the surgery and the anesthesia is still hanging around, you shouldn't have a problem with arousal. Or maybe your are taking some post operative meds that have this as a side effect. Really non of these I can think of, but possible. If your are many days after your surgery I would consult your physician for your problem. Oral surgery causing your problem is not likely
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Dr. Louis Galliaanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 45 years experience
Normal: Normal for a shot time after surgery. Should return to normal soon.
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A 45-year-old member asked:
What can I expect from rthodontic oral surgery?
6 doctor answers • 14 doctors weighed in

Dr. Scott Harwoodanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 45 years experience
What type ?: Not sure if you meant to say orthodontic oral surgery or orthognathic surgery ?
Since there are many different types you need to clarify the question.
5.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Kyle Shankanswered
Dentistry 13 years experience
Long discussion: This really depends greatly on the kind of surgery you are referring to. Having a lefort osteotomy and a bsso are very different from having a couple of premolars removed. Talk with your orthodontist and/or the oral surgeon performing the procedure about the specifics.
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Dr. Brian Dorfmananswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 19 years experience
Depends: There are several types of oral surgical procedures for orthodontic issues. The expectaions are different for ach procedure. The procedures can range from a simplane extraction or exposure of an impacted tooth all the way to orthognathic corrective jaw surgery.
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Dr. Richard Blackanswered
Orthodontics 43 years experience
Team Effort: Your orthodontist and your oral and maxillofacial surgeon will work as a team to make sure you understand how long the procedure will take, if there is a great deal of pain involved, ( my patients say no), and how much everything will cost and a good idea of what you will look like after it is over.
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Dr. Arnold Malermananswered
Orthodontics 53 years experience
Teamwork: For adults with both teeth and jaws that don't match, both Orthodontic Treatment and Orthognathic Surgery provide the best result. Ask your Dentist to recommend the Orthodontic Specialist in your area that is the most experienced resolving adult malocclusions, and the Orthodontist will then recommend the Oral
Surgeon that works best with his team.
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Dr. Louis Galliaanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 45 years experience
Complex: Complex. Best answered with consultations with orthodontist and oral surgeon
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CA
A 28-year-old male asked:
What is the definition or description of: oral surgery?
7 doctor answers • 12 doctors weighed in

Dr. Ronald Achonganswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 18 years experience
Surgery of the jaws: Oral surgery is a specialty of dentistry that involves surgery of the jaws and face. Usually surgical procedures like removal of teeth (includes wisdom teeth), jaw surgery, TMJ surgery, pathology, placement of dental implants, bone grafting, facial cosmetics, sleep apnea, bone grafting and sedation are performed.
5.5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Robert Mokbelanswered
Dentistry 42 years experience
Surgery of the mouth: It is just that, cutting procedures inside the mouth involving hard tissues and soft tissues, such as tooth extraction or cutting the gums, placing an implant inside the jaw. Oral surgery does not refer to procedures such as Botox or nose jobs, since these are not considered inside the moth ( oral cavity). Hope this helps!
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Dr. Scott Frankanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 34 years experience
OMS: Oral surgeons care for patients with problem wisdom teeth, facial pain, and misaligned jaws. They treat accident victims suffering facial injuries, place dental implants, care for patients with oral cancer, tumors and cysts of the jaws, and perform facial cosmetic surgery.
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Dr. Robert Ryananswered
Dentistry 50 years experience
See below: Oral surgery is the surgical treatment of maladies with the oral cavity or adjacent structures.
This might include injuries, diseases or correction of developmental deficiencies or malformations.
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Dr. Daniel Sampsonanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 26 years experience
Oral surgery is: That field of dentistry that treat diseases, traumatic injuries and deformities of the oral cavity, jaws and face. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons complete a minimum of 4 years of post-dental school training in a hospital.
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Dr. John Scubaanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 25 years experience
What is oral surgery: The only recognized dental specialty requiring four (or more) years of hospital based training after dental school where sedation and general anesthesia are core studies. Uniquely qualified to manage hard and soft tissue diseases, trauma, and reconstruction of the teeth, face and maligned jaws, oral surgeons remove wisdom teeth, replace missing teeth with dental implants, and treat sleep apnea.
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Dr. Louis Galliaanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 45 years experience
Face, jaws.: Oral U maxillofacial surgery is that field of dentistry that treat diseases, traumatic injuries and deformities of the oral cavity, jaws and face.
2.4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Fremont, CA
A 36-year-old male asked:
Please share a tip on some do's and don'ts with regard to oral surgery.
152 doctor answers • 224 doctors weighed in

Dr. Jack Binderanswered
Specializes in Dentistry
Root: Root canal therapy rarely causes more than minor discomfort.
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Dr. Devang Patelanswered
Family Medicine 16 years experience
Make: Make sure you stop Aspirin one week prior to surgery. Stop smoking to minimize complications.
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A Verified Doctoranswered
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Smoking: Smoking can adversely affect healing.
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Bromelain: Bromelain taken the week before can help decrease post-op swelling.
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A US doctor answeredLearn more
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Dr. Sonja Gardenanswered
Dentistry 29 years experience
Do: Do not smoke or use a straw. You pull out the blood clot resulting in dry socket.
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Dr. Gregory LaMorteanswered
Periodontics 42 years experience
Do: Do follow the dentist's instructions. Don't chew on the treated area until instructed to do so.
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Dr. William Gayaanswered
Neurology 29 years experience
Avoid: Avoid vigorous swishing/spitting or smoking after dental extractions to reduce risk of a dry socket.
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Dr. Russell Lieblickanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 21 years experience
Having: Having a tooth removed? Find an oral surgeon who can replace it immediately with a dental implant!
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Dr. Monib Zirvianswered
Dermatology 21 years experience
Avoid: Avoid supplements which can thin the blood before surgery including vit e, fish oil, ginkgo & garlic.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Maureen Maysanswered
Specializes in Clinical Lipidology
After: After oral surgery do not drink through a straw until the dentist tells you it's ok!
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Dr. John Rohmanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 33 years experience
Do: Do not smoke, drink alcohol, or carbonated beverages for at least 24 hours after a tooth extraction.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. David Mcnayanswered
Dentistry 26 years experience
Don't: Don't stick your tongue in the socket left after your extraction(s)!
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. James Coureyanswered
Specializes in Prosthodontics
After: After oral surgery, when drinking, do not use a straw. This can hinder the healing process.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Ashish Naikanswered
General Practice 16 years experience
Whenever: Whenever you are having a tooth extracted, ask your doctor what they can do to preserve the bone!
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Saleh Elahwalanswered
Endodontics 35 years experience
After: After pulling out the tooth. It is vital to follow instructions given to you by the oral surgeon.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Richard Bensingeranswered
Ophthalmology 52 years experience
Hygiene: Hygiene and antibiotic coverage. Prior surgery brush teeth well; rinse with oral antiseptic.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Steven Koosanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 21 years experience
Do: Do research on oral surgeon - do listen to your dentist's referral opinion, don't procrastinate. Treat!
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Steven Koosanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 21 years experience
Don't: Don't wait to have wisdom teeth removed until symptoms (they quite often do silent damage). Treat now!
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Dr. Steven Koosanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 21 years experience
Sedation: Sedation is a valuable adjunct to a smooth, painless, and pleasant experience.
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Dr. Steven Koosanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 21 years experience
If: If needing an extraction, ridge preservation bone graft at same time is critical for implant later.
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Dr. Benjamin Velaanswered
Dentistry 15 years experience
Try: Try to preserve the bone with a bone graft / socket preservation after extraction.
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Dr. Suzanne Fialaanswered
Family Medicine 30 years experience
Folow: Folow surgeon after-care exactly. Flush surgical sites as directed. Take antibiotics if prescribed.
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Dr. Leonard Pizzolattoanswered
General Practice 41 years experience
Do: Do follow the surgeon's instructions to the best of your ability after the surgery.
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Dr. Gary Chapmananswered
Orthodontics 35 years experience
Oral: Oral surgery don'ts: smoking, chewing tobacco, drinking liquids through a straw.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Lewis Margolisanswered
Anesthesiology 48 years experience
What: What type of sedation and monitoring will be used? What will recovery be like?
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Dr. Jeffrey Yostanswered
Dentistry 24 years experience
To: To reduce the risk of a painful dry socket, avoid smoking as long as possible (at least 3-4 days).
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Dr. Daniel Sampsonanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 26 years experience
Stay: Stay on a soft or liquid diet as directed by your doctor. Take it easy for a few days after surgery.
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Dr. Allan Hawrylukanswered
Dentistry 19 years experience
Do: Do not smoke for at least 48 hours after oral surgery.
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Dr. Sandra Eleczkoanswered
Dentistry 36 years experience
Don't: Don't smoke after an extraction. This can lead healing problems, such as a very painful dry socket.
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Dr. Sandra Eleczkoanswered
Dentistry 36 years experience
It: It is important to tell the oral surgeon all medications you are taking.
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Dr. Sandra Eleczkoanswered
Dentistry 36 years experience
If: If you are prescribed an antibiotic take it until you finish the pills, even if you feel better.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Sandra Eleczkoanswered
Dentistry 36 years experience
Avoid: Avoid drinking thru a straw for the first day after a tooth extraction.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. James Wrightanswered
Dentistry 33 years experience
Do: Do follow the rules on sedation and post op instructions. Don't smoke and don't break the rules.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Thomas Nameyanswered
Rheumatology 48 years experience
Facing: Facing oral surgery, ask about anesthesia, especially if surgery is outpatient!
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Dr. Howard Schneideranswered
Pediatric Dentistry 34 years experience
Do: Do follow your doctor's post op instructions. Don't smoke or drink alcohol for at least 5-6 days.
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Dr. Ihab Ibrahimanswered
Pain Management 29 years experience
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Dr. Holly Maesanswered
Pediatrics 36 years experience
Don't: Don't do too much too soon. Give yourself a day or two to heal before increasing activity.
5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Mohammed Parvezanswered
Internal Medicine 14 years experience
Discuss: Discuss with your dentist if you need "antibiotic prophylaxis" before the procedure.
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Dr. John Scubaanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 25 years experience
Don't: Don't use tobacco, practice good hygiene, read and follow the surgeon's postoperative instructions.
5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Lynne Weixelanswered
Clinical Psychology 36 years experience
Plan: Plan ahead for optimal healing. If you smoke, quit several weeks ahead & abstain until fully healed.
5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Daniel Kessleranswered
Family Medicine 15 years experience
Tobacco: Tobacco cessation is helpful in preventing unnecessary oral surgery for oral cancers.
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Dr. Kayvon Javidanswered
Dentistry 20 years experience
"Keep: "keep the mouth clean." it's the best thing you can do to promote healing.
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Dr. I. Jay Freedmananswered
Dentistry 43 years experience
No: No smoking or rinsing 48hrs, apply ice 24hrs, minimize exercise 24 hrs, take meds as directed.
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Dr. Ihab Ibrahimanswered
Pain Management 29 years experience
Oral: Oral surgery today is essentially painless.
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Dr. Randy Stevensanswered
General Surgery 24 years experience
Do: Do tell your doctor if you take Aspirin or herbal supplements such as garlic. Do not smoke.
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Dr. Christopher Guzikanswered
Family Medicine 24 years experience
Bleeding risk: Stop Plavix (clopidogrel) at least 5 days before oral surgery. Don't smoke or use caffeine the morning of surgery.
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Dr. Sal Aragonaanswered
Dentistry 41 years experience
Premedication: Premedication a day before wisdom teeth extractions with a mild steroid and Motrin will do wonders.
5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Kathryn Akinanswered
Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics 37 years experience
Follow: Follow directions from the provider. After-care is vitally important including rinses, etc.
5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Otto Placikanswered
Plastic Surgery 34 years experience
Stop: Stop tobacco use, use fluoride, and brush prior to planned procedure as recommended by surgeon.
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Dr. Robert Hulbertanswered
Dentistry 22 years experience
Instead: Instead of biting on gauze after tooth extraction, try a wet tea bag. This helps stop bleeding.
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Dr. Patricia Mcgarryanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 36 years experience
After: After extraction do not suck, smoke, or spit - it may cause a dry socket.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Zahid Niazianswered
Cosmetic Surgery 39 years experience
Always: Always report to your dentist as soon as possible about non-healing mouth ulcers.
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Dr. Caroline Cribarianswered
Psychiatry 23 years experience
Believe: Believe it when you are advised not to eat or drink before surgery & to have someone drive you home!
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Joel Doyonanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 36 years experience
Be: Be well hydrated, get a good nights sleep. Follow pre-op instructions. Take Ibuprofen before appoint.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Jonathan Richardsanswered
Endodontics 18 years experience
Do:: Do: seek the care of the most competent provider in your area (oral surgeon is best).
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Dr. Marsha Davisanswered
Internal Medicine 28 years experience
Do: Do ask questions beforehand and follow directions and don't do anything your told not to do.
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Dr. Gerard Kerbleskianswered
Podiatry 33 years experience
With: With any surgery important to check references and certifications. Consider 2nd opinions if need be.
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Dr. Hetesh Ranchod -- Dr. Ranchanswered
Dentistry 26 years experience
Do: Do not drink from a straw, smoke, or drink alcohol for at least a few days.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Hetesh Ranchod -- Dr. Ranchanswered
Dentistry 26 years experience
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Hetesh Ranchod -- Dr. Ranchanswered
Dentistry 26 years experience
For: For swelling it is usually recommended to place ice on the swollen area around 10min. On, 10min. Off.
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Dr. Arnold Malermananswered
Orthodontics 53 years experience
Make: Make your mouth as healthy as possible pre-surgery (floss daily) to help speed the healing process.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Ernesto Pretto jr.answered
Anesthesiology 44 years experience
Badly: Badly administered anesthesia can kill; pain does not. Get to know your anesthesia provider!
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Gary Klugmananswered
Dentistry 46 years experience
Steady: Steady pressure for 45 minutes should stop the bleeding.
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Dr. Harold Peltananswered
Ophthalmology 28 years experience
Do: Do brush, floss, and rinse with tooth rinse prior to oral surgery.
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Dr. Harold Peltananswered
Ophthalmology 28 years experience
Do: Do follow your doctor's post-operative instructions very carefully.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Harold Peltananswered
Ophthalmology 28 years experience
Do: Do hold still during surgery if you are awake. It will make it easier on you and your doctor.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Harold Peltananswered
Ophthalmology 28 years experience
Do: Do let your doctor know if you are still in pain after initial anesthesia.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Jack Mutnickanswered
Allergy and Immunology 17 years experience
Swelling: Swelling or reactions associated with novocaine anesthetics should be evaluated by an allergist.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Jeffrey Krantzanswered
Dentistry 9 years experience
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Dr. James Cullingtonanswered
Plastic Surgery 27 years experience
If: If it elective get at least two opinions ask your dentist his opinion make sure you understand risks.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Raj Upadyaanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 24 years experience
Advise: Advise surgeon of blood thinning meds, including aspirin, before... ; rest, ice, no rinsing after...
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Ravi Chandanswered
Psychiatry 26 years experience
Oral: Oral surgery is not very effective for obstructive sleep apnea. Efficacy rate is less than 40%.
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Dr. Charlene Sojicoanswered
Pediatrics 41 years experience
Don't: Don't eat a heavy meal the night before surgery.Do apply pressure for two hours after surgery.
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Dr. Reed Dayanswered
Specializes in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
With: With regards to "do's" make sure to select a board certified oral surgeon, preferably an md as well.
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Dr. Peter Karsantanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
[email protected]: Sleep@45 dgrs, ice on/off every 20 min, take rx as prescribed pre and post, do this for 3 days at least.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Marius Frasieanswered
Internal Medicine 26 years experience
Don't: Don't have it if you don't need it.
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Dr. Robert Gilardettianswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 29 years experience
Avoid: Avoid over zealous rinsing for several days; this can dislodge the fragile blood clot.
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Dr. Robert Gilardettianswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 29 years experience
You: You will do better with an early morning rather than late afternoon appointment.
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Dr. Uttma Dhamanswered
Dentistry 23 years experience
If: If you had oral surgery done, do not spit, rinse or use a straw for 24 hours.
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Dr. Arman Roksaranswered
Prosthodontics 25 years experience
Avoid: Avoid hot liquids after oral surgery. This will minumize the chance of more bleeding.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Su Fairchildanswered
Integrative Medicine 24 years experience
Brushing: Brushing your teeth with msm can speed recovery and strengthen gums.
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Dr. James Andersonanswered
Dentistry 19 years experience
General: General dentists can be excellent at oral surgery--but be sure to ask them about their comfort level.
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Dr. I. Jay Freedmananswered
Dentistry 43 years experience
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Dr. Steven Reubelanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 41 years experience
Warm: Warm salt water rinses, one mouthful, for 2 minutes, starting after 24 hrs, 3 times a day x2 weeks.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Parham Gharagozlouanswered
Sleep Medicine 9 years experience
Keep: Keep toes dry at all time during normal activities.
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Dr. Carol Van der Harstanswered
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 35 years experience
Don't: Don't take narcotics for pain prescribed by other doctors. Rely on your surgeons advice for pain.
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Dr. Christopher Khorsandianswered
Plastic Surgery 22 years experience
Find: Find a surgeon who you are comfortable with and asked to see some patient reviews.
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Dr. Ryan Phasoukanswered
Family Medicine 18 years experience
Metformin: Metformin users, stop at time of intravascular contrast study. Start in 48hrs with good renal test.
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Dr. Sam Markzaranswered
Periodontics 27 years experience
Do: Do not smoke after any oral surgical procedures , for as long as possible. & use soft diets only.
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Dr. Theodore Grellneranswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 48 years experience
DO: Do finish a prescribed antibiotic as directed unless side-effects or allergic reaction arise.
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Dr. Laurence Greenanswered
Bariatrics 38 years experience
Be: Be sure to see an experiencedexpert and don't be afraid to get a second opinion. Ask questions.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Sharon Perelmananswered
Dentistry 29 years experience
Don't: Don't smoke or suck on a straw after an extraction.
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Dr. Abraham Jaskielanswered
Dentistry 22 years experience
Don't: Don't smoke after an extraction - unless you want the worst pain of your life.
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Dr. Thomas Marxenanswered
Periodontics 36 years experience
With: With oral surgery the quicker the procedure and the least invasive it is the faster it will heal.
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Dr. Thomas Davisanswered
Dentistry 36 years experience
After: After surgery do not suck through a straw and avoid spitting as this may dislodge the healing blood.
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Dr. Francine Mosleyanswered
General Practice 20 years experience
Sip: Sip from a cup but don't suck from a straw - the pressure can cause "dry socket" & that hurts!
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Dr. Vivek Huilgolanswered
Gastroenterology 35 years experience
Ask: Ask around to get the best person for your particualar problem. Never hesitate to get a 2nd opinion.
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Dr. Dennis Higginbothamanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 30 years experience
Be: Be prepared to follow a strict oral hygiene regimen after you oral surgery.
4.9k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Charles Kattuahanswered
Dentistry 23 years experience
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Scott Bobbittanswered
Dentistry 32 years experience
All: All oral surgery stresses the body like any other area. Rest, ice, decrease use and allow to heal.
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Dr. Jeffrey Bassmananswered
Dentistry 45 years experience
Depending: Depending on the type of oral surgery, the best tip is to follow advice oral surgeon/staff.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Reena Guptaanswered
Dentistry 19 years experience
Mantain: Mantain good oral hygiene after the surgery to prevent infection and delay in wound healing!
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Dr. Donald Cohenanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 42 years experience
Only: Only have oral surgery done by an oral surgeon. Some general dentists are experiences but be careful.
4.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Eyal Simchianswered
Specializes in Pediatric Dentistry
Don't: Don't smoke after any surgical procedure. Smoking will delay healing!
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Dr. George Ayoubanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 18 years experience
Do: Do not smoke, put ice bag for 3-4 hrs after.
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Dr. David Trettinanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 33 years experience
Get: Get (2)opinions if possible prior to oral surgery.
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Dr. Brian Nicholanswered
Anesthesiology 30 years experience
If: If you have mitral valve prolapse be sure to take antibiotics before the procedure!
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Dr. Osman Farooqanswered
Pediatric Neurology 20 years experience
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Dr. Anna Flor Salcedoanswered
Internal Medicine 23 years experience
Do: Do ask your dr what medications to stop before surgery , don't presume which meds to stop.
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Dr. Anna Flor Salcedoanswered
Internal Medicine 23 years experience
Do: Do ask your dr if you need premication with antibiotics, don't just take left over antibiotics.
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Dr. Emily Ridgwayanswered
Plastic Surgery 21 years experience
Meticulous: Meticulous oral hygiene is a must.
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Dr. Zahid Ahmedanswered
Dentistry 11 years experience
Following: Following post operative instructions closely will ensure smooth healing and likely fast recovery.
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Dr. Donna Galanteanswered
Orthodontics 37 years experience
When: When the need for oral surgery occurs take action quickly before the problem gets worse.
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Dr. Charles Lockhartanswered
Dentistry 9 years experience
No: No smoking or sucking through a straw which creates a negative pressure which may dislodge clot.
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Dr. Armando Berguidoanswered
Dentistry 34 years experience
Follow: Follow and do not deviate from all of your doctor's (dentist's) instructions.
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Dr. Behram Dalalanswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
Ignore: Don't procrastinate when a recommendation has been made for an oral surgical procedure - problems.
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Dr. Jerry Huanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 23 years experience
Ignore: Smoking after extractions increase risk of dry sockets.
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Dr. Robert Keimowitzanswered
Internal Medicine 56 years experience
Ignore: If you have any serious medical history, be sure you consult your internist before out pt anesthesia.
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Dr. James Vitoanswered
Prosthodontics 37 years experience
Ignore: Avoid Aspirin and alcohol both before and after procedure.
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Brian Struykanswered
Anesthesiology 21 years experience
Ignore: Make sure you brush your teeth before you come in for surgery. You'd be surprised...
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Michael Wexleranswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 23 years experience
Ignore: Avoid smoking ; drinking alcohol for at least 5 days after surgery to reduce your risk of dry socket.
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. J. Blake Perkinsanswered
Dentistry 21 years experience
Ignore: Take a friend to the consultation, as most people don't remember all of the information given.
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Terry Simpsonanswered
General Surgery 35 years experience
Ignore: Use ice water to reduce inflammation and liberal use of advil (ibuprofen).
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Sathish Adigopulaanswered
Pediatrics 20 years experience
Ignore: If you have any heart condition check with your doctor if you need antibiotic prior to procedure.
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Robert Devinanswered
Dentistry 47 years experience
Ignore: Debride and then lavage all sockets with sterile h2o ph7 instead of sterile saline ph 6.6.
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Don Millneranswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 43 years experience
Ignore: Flossing daily for 3 weeks prior to surgery will lower the mouth's bacteria count and speed healing.
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Manami Yamaguchianswered
Dentistry 25 years experience
Ignore: Do: find a reputable oral surgeon and focus on good communication.
Don't miss pre-, post-op advice.
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Thomas Longanswered
General Practice 43 years experience
Ignore: Do research for the most experienced you can find, as always. Travel might be necessary.
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Tarek Hamidanswered
Dentistry 9 years experience
Ignore: Do's
-follow post op. Instr.
-good oral hygiene
-soft diet for24h
don'ts
-eat hot/spicy foods.
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Clarence Lyonsanswered
Family Medicine 20 years experience
Ignore: Do share your entire medication list with your surgeon.
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Scott Greenhalghanswered
Dentistry 33 years experience
Ignore: List your concerns before your consultation. Feel good about the answers before setting your surgery.
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Daniel Rubensteinanswered
Dentistry 51 years experience
Oral surgery: Make sure you follow the post-op instructions of your oral surgeon.
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Robert Kentanswered
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 12 years experience
Ignore: If you are on pain killers for other reasons, coordinate between your pain doctor and dentist.
4.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. William Jakavickanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 37 years experience
Ignore: Do listen to your drs advice for post op
don't smoke, drink through a straw
take meds as directed.
4.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Vicki Levineanswered
Dermatology 41 years experience
Ignore: Always get a 2nd opinion before having oral surgery.
4.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Jonathan Engelanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Ignore: Do follow the post op instructions
do not smoke if you are a smoker after the surgery.
4.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Paul Grinanswered
Pain Management 36 years experience
Ignore: Preemptive analgesia the use of preoperative and postoperative opioids and nsaids.
4.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Harry Aronowitzanswered
Orthodontics 44 years experience
Ignore: Here's the tip. Get written post surgical instructions from the doctor. Ask questions!
4.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. John Lannanswered
Dentistry 26 years experience
Ignore: If you have bleeding after an extraction, you can bite on a wet tea bag.
4.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. John Thaleranswered
Prosthodontics 41 years experience
Ignore: See an oral surgeon.Follow the recommendations after surgery. Use the ice pack religiously. Rest.
4.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Victor Bonuelanswered
Internal Medicine 38 years experience
Ignore: Call in sick after surgery and watch the soap operas at home.
Follow you dr's advise, take your meds.
4.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Louis Galliaanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 45 years experience
Ignore: See a board certified oral surgeon. Ask your general dentist who he recommends. Get a second opinion.
4.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Andrew Killgoreanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 16 years experience
Ignore: Don't put ice on your face longer than 20 minutes. Don't use ice after 24 hours.
4.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. James Wellsanswered
Psychiatry 44 years experience
Ignore: As said before, "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!".
4.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Matthew Hydeanswered
Dentistry 41 years experience
Ignore: Always take prescribed antibiotics until they are finished to avoid creating a super infection.
4.5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Robert Mokbelanswered
Dentistry 42 years experience
Ignore: Don't rinse your mouth for the first 24 hours. Allowing blood clot to form reduces pain ; infection.
4.5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Fernando Juliaoanswered
Dentistry 30 years experience
Ignore: After oral surgery, do not spit or rinse or smoke or do excersize. 1st 24hours of care is important!
4.5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Amber Patelanswered
Dentistry 13 years experience
Ignore: If you recently had oral surgery do not smoke or drink through a straw!
4.5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Husam Bezrehanswered
Specializes in Periodontics
Ignore: Follow your doctor's instruction carefully. Do not smoke. Do not eat hard food.
4.5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Husam Bezrehanswered
Specializes in Periodontics
Ignore: Do not brush teeth in surgery area until your doctor advises you to do so.
4.5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. William Coppolaanswered
Pediatric Dentistry 46 years experience
Ignore: Your case is individual, no two mouths are alike. Follow your dentist's post op instructions.
4.5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Fremont, CA
A 36-year-old male asked:
Please suggest some important questions i can ask my doctor about oral surgery.
62 doctor answers • 96 doctors weighed in

Dr. Suzanne Fialaanswered
Family Medicine 30 years experience
Any: Any other options? What are the risks? How long a recovery may i anticipate?
5.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Sathish Adigopulaanswered
Pediatrics 20 years experience
Risk: Risk involved, recovery time, expected pain and bleeding. Is it day surgery or needs overnight stay?
5.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Mitchell Vogelanswered
Ophthalmology 30 years experience
What: What is my recovery time? How much will my procedure cost? What are my options?
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Monib Zirvianswered
Dermatology 21 years experience
If: If you take any medications like Aspirin or supplements, ask if you should stop them before surgery.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Gregory LaMorteanswered
Periodontics 42 years experience
How: How much does it cost? What is the recovery? How long will it take? Possible complications?
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Felicia Mataanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 25 years experience
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Benjamin Velaanswered
Dentistry 15 years experience
Oral: Oral surgery may not necessarily require sedation.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Julian Goldmananswered
Anesthesiology 36 years experience
If: If you are having oral surgery, ask your doctor when you will be able to swallow medications again.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Julian Goldmananswered
Anesthesiology 36 years experience
Sleeping: Sleeping with your head elevated on a few pillows may reduce swelling after surgery. Ask your doc.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Clarence Lyonsanswered
Family Medicine 20 years experience
Anesthetics: Anesthetics to be used? Do they interact with any of my current medications? Recovery time? Risks?
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Sonja Gardenanswered
Dentistry 29 years experience
How: How long will I have pain? Is there any chance of permanent nerve damage? Is IV sedation necessary?
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Steven Koosanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 21 years experience
1.Diagnosis: 1. Diagnosis 2. Indications for treatment (tx) 3.Risks of tx, benefits of tx- and alternative txs.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Peter Ihleanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 54 years experience
What: What do you plan to do? Will you sedate? Pain meds after? How long is the procedure? Those are a good start.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Jeremy Whiteanswered
Plastic Surgery 16 years experience
How: How frequently does the surgeon do the procedure? What are risk & benefits? Are there alternatives?
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Manish Varmaanswered
Palliative Care 9 years experience
Before: Before oral surgery always inquire about prophylactic antibiotics to prevent heart valve infections.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. William Duggananswered
Family Medicine 16 years experience
Ensure: Ensure what medicines you should stop prior to surgery and check whether you will need an antibiotic.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Gary Chapmananswered
Orthodontics 35 years experience
Ask: Ask your oral surgeon about your options regarding "levels" of anesthesia and anesthetic.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Jatin Shahanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Ask: Ask the procedure, time, cost, risk, benefits, alternative, after care and type of anesthesia.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Lewis Margolisanswered
Anesthesiology 48 years experience
Be: Be sure to ask about anesthesia and monitoring. Will conscious sedation or deep sedation be used?
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Libby Putnamanswered
Podiatry 12 years experience
When: When and what can i eat after the procedure? Do i need antibiotics? What should I take for pain?
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. James Wrightanswered
Dentistry 33 years experience
Why: Why do I need oral surgery? What are the benefits? What are the risks?
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

A Verified Doctoranswered
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Smokers: Smokers should seek a rx for nicotine patch after oral surgery during the healing period instead.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. John Scubaanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 25 years experience
The: The diagnosis, procedure, risks/benefits/other options and doctor's specific oral surgical training.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Sandra Eleczkoanswered
Dentistry 36 years experience
Make: Make sure you understand your post-op instructions and follow them.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Creighton Wrightanswered
General Surgery 56 years experience
Risks,: Risks, benefits, options.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Muhammad Emrananswered
Family Medicine 16 years experience
Ask: Ask if you need to take Amoxicillin or another antibiotic a few days before your oral surgery.
5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Tracy Lovellanswered
Rheumatology 21 years experience
If: If you are on immunosuppressive medications, ask about how long you have to leave them off beforehand.
5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Tod Halleranswered
Ophthalmology 16 years experience
Should: Should you stop Aspirin before and how long before?
5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Howard Schneideranswered
Pediatric Dentistry 34 years experience
How: How much post op bleeding should I expect? What foods should I avoid eating? Will i need stitches?
5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Robert Ryananswered
Dentistry 50 years experience
What: What alternatives are there to a surgical procedure? What morbidity may be associated with surgery.
5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Rick Kochanswered
Cardiology 22 years experience
Are: Are there any medications i need to stop prior to surgery?
5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Steve Springeranswered
Family Medicine 24 years experience
Indication?: Indication? Recovery time? Possible results? Complications? Follow up visits? Antibiotics? Pain?
5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Pavel Conovalciucanswered
Family Medicine 23 years experience
Do: Do i need surgery or there other options? What are the risks? What about recovery?
5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Daniel Kessleranswered
Family Medicine 15 years experience
Ask: Ask why to avoid smoking. When it comes to any surgery as it impairs the healing process.
5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Mohammed Parvezanswered
Internal Medicine 14 years experience
What: What type of anesthesia is required for the procedure ?
5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Mohammed Parvezanswered
Internal Medicine 14 years experience
Do: Do i really need this surgery ? What are the alternative treatment options available ?
5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Joel Doyonanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 36 years experience
What: What are the common complications involved. What do I do after surgery? Can i reach you if needed?
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Raj Upadyaanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 24 years experience
Ask: Ask if a short course of steroids such as a Medrol (methylprednisolone) dose pack would help for perioperative swelling.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Reed Dayanswered
Specializes in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Most: Most importantly how many procedures of this type has he/she done?
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Peter Karsantanswered
Dentistry 39 years experience
Can: Can it be done under local, if not why not, pre/post op instructions, time before I am back in the wrld.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. John Michalskianswered
Orthopedic Surgery 36 years experience
Ask: Ask what medications, herbs, and supplements to stop before your surgery.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Arman Roksaranswered
Prosthodontics 25 years experience
Ask: Ask the oral surgeon if IV sedation is necessary for the procedure that you need?
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. James Andersonanswered
Dentistry 19 years experience
Ask: Ask him what complications does he or she most regularly see with oral surgery that they provide.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Parham Gharagozlouanswered
Sleep Medicine 9 years experience
Ask: Ask them to discuss the risks and benefits and alternative options.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Christopher Khorsandianswered
Plastic Surgery 22 years experience
Be: Be sure to have your teeth cleaned on a regular basis. This prevents problems down the road.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Sam Markzaranswered
Periodontics 27 years experience
Is: Is the treatment necessary? Is it a selective procedure? What are the consequences if no treatment?
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Todd Sontaganswered
Family Medicine 16 years experience
If: If you smoke- there are many things out there to help you quit.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Elden Randanswered
Cardiology 21 years experience
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Scott Bobbittanswered
Dentistry 32 years experience
Will: Will my medications affect the treatment or outcome? Will they interact with pain meds?
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Jeffrey Bassmananswered
Dentistry 45 years experience
After: After a tooth/teeth extraction, do not drink liquids through a straw. Sucking in is not advised.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Eyal Simchianswered
Specializes in Pediatric Dentistry
Are: Are there any instructions pre-surgery? What should I expect post-surgery? When will i be able to.
4.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Zahid Ahmedanswered
Dentistry 11 years experience
Nervous?: Nervous? Ask about the different options for sedation. They'll help you choose the right option.
4.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Behram Dalalanswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
Ignore: Time to heal, cost, limitations during healing, medications, follow up care and post op instructions.
4.8k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. James Vitoanswered
Prosthodontics 37 years experience
Ignore: Avoid hot beverages/ soups following oral surgery.
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Michael Wexleranswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 23 years experience
Ignore: What should I do and avoid immediately after surgery and for the next week to make recovery easier?
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. J. Blake Perkinsanswered
Dentistry 21 years experience
Ignore: Should i take pain medication prior to surgery so it is in my system already?
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Don Millneranswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 43 years experience
Ignore: Do i really need the expense and risk of general anesthetic for a simple extraction?
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Manami Yamaguchianswered
Dentistry 25 years experience
Ignore: What to do before ; after surgery (food, fluid, medications, transportation) ; if to come w someone.
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Scott Greenhalghanswered
Dentistry 33 years experience
Ignore: What complications am i most at risk for?
What should I plan to do (or not do) to heal well?
4.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Kirk Yenanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 38 years experience
Ignore: What does the surgery entail? Type of activity allowed after surgery? Pre-surgery preparation?
4.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Andrew Killgoreanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 16 years experience
Ignore: Do I have any risk of permanent numbness with the extractions.
4.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Seth Blackanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 44 years experience
Ignore: What are all of the risks, benefits and alternatives to treat your problem!
2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 40-year-old member asked:
What can I do if my dissolveable stitches are falling out after oral surgery, this normal?
3 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in

Dr. Steven Koosanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 21 years experience
Depends: There are different resorb-able sutures types, with different dissolving time frames. These time frames are also an average and depend upon several factors - including a patient's enzymatic activity. Additionally, your diet and oral "activity" could also cause the premature loss of sutures. Within a few days of surgery, then no it is not normal. Give your oral and maxillofacial surgeon a call.
5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Reed Dayanswered
Specializes in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Scott Harwoodanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 45 years experience
Yes : The resorbable sutures start to "dissolve" because of an inflammatory reaction that occurs in the body. They are meant to start "coming loose" or dissolve in 7-14 days. Sometimes they will fall out sooner if the knot unravels so it depends on how long ago you had them placed.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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