YEHIA MASSOUD DDS THE ART OF SCIENCE

POST-OP SURGICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SINUS LIFT SURGERY

1

Do not under any circumstances blow your nose for the first four weeks following surgery as this may put pressure on the graft. If you need to, simply wipe your nose.

2

If you must sneeze, do not hold your nose closed. Sneeze with your mouth open.

3

Avoid bending forward or heavy lifting for the first two weeks.

4

It is not unusual to have some blood tinged post-nasal drip for the first few days following surgery.

5

Please refer to the post-op instructions for BONE GRAFT for additional information.

6

Do not perform strenuous activity or exercise for the first week following the surgery