·  First 24 hours after surgery: Use cold water, ice packs and soft cold foods.

·  Do not use regular toothbrush. Please use pink sponges with water to care for sites.

·  No Carbonated drinks.

·  No electric toothbrushes, floss or mouthwashes (like Scope).

·  No heavy exercise for 24 hours.

·  Tomorrow: Start soft hot foods, hot salt water rinses and prescription perio rinse. (Use ½ tsp. of salt in 4 oz/ of hot water at least 4 times a day, more if it feels soothing.)

·  Remain on soft foods until next visit! Surgery sites are very delicate and need to be cared for in a gentle manner.

·  Call office if you have any questions or emergencies (801-373-8002).