Apicoectomy Aftercare
We guide you through when you need to worry and when you can relax.
What to Expect
After an apicoectomy, it’s common to have mild to moderate soreness, swelling, tenderness, and minor bleeding or oozing for up to 24 hours.
You may also experience temporary numbness, gum sensitivity, and slight difficulty chewing on the treated side. In some cases, especially with upper teeth, a mild feeling of sinus fullness or stuffiness can occur.
You may also experience temporary numbness, gum sensitivity, and slight difficulty chewing on the treated side. In some cases, especially with upper teeth, a mild feeling of sinus fullness or stuffiness can occur.
Prescriptions
MEDROL DOSEPAK (Swelling/Inflammation)
If you were prescribed a Medrol Dosepak please follow the directions below even if your pharmacist’s instructions may differ, for this prescription.
- Day 1 take 6 pills
- Day 2 take 5 pills
- Day 3 take 4 pills
- Day 4 take 3 pills
- Day 5 take 2 pills
- Day 6 take 1 pill
PERIDEX MOUTHWASH (Infection Prevention)
Rinse with your prescribed mouthwash (Peridex) three times a day.
Day 3
Day 3 is critical for healing, as pain and swelling often peak, so keep the area clean to prevent infection.
Gently brush with a soft toothbrush and use Peridex, avoid flossing near sutures, stick to a soft diet, and do not chew on the surgical side.
Avoid strenuous activity, smoking, alcohol, and straws, keep your head elevated, and call the office if you notice worsening pain, swelling, fever, foul taste, or ongoing bleeding.
Gently brush with a soft toothbrush and use Peridex, avoid flossing near sutures, stick to a soft diet, and do not chew on the surgical side.
Avoid strenuous activity, smoking, alcohol, and straws, keep your head elevated, and call the office if you notice worsening pain, swelling, fever, foul taste, or ongoing bleeding.