If you’re planning to undergo important oral surgery during the holidays, then you’ll want to start getting ready for the recovery process in advance. You’ll need to take the right steps to keep yourself as comfortable as possible while your mouth is healing while also giving yourself a chance to enjoy the festivities. Below is a brief guide for ensuring that your oral surgery recovery goes smoothly.
Don’t Push Yourself Too Hard
Trying to exercise immediately after oral surgery can lead to swelling and discomfort. In the worst-case scenario, it may even delay the healing process. As such, you should plan on spending a lot of time resting following your procedure. Typically, you’ll need to avoid strenuous physical activity for at least a couple of days.
Be Careful When Traveling
Depending on what your holiday schedule looks like, you may need to travel shortly after your oral surgery is completed. If this involves getting on an airplane, it’s best to be cautious; flying too soon after oral surgery may cause discomfort due to changes in air pressure. Make sure you have several days to recover from your procedure before you fly.
Eat Soft Foods
You may be worried about being able to enjoy your meals around the holiday season while your mouth is still recovering from oral surgery. The good news is that there are plenty of holiday staples that are soft enough to enjoy during the healing process, such as mashed potatoes, stuffing, and yams. Remember to eat a wide variety of foods; maintaining good nutrition is essential for keeping the healing process on track.
Find Fun Activities You Can Do While You’re Resting
If your family often plays football or other sports during holiday gatherings, you’ll likely need to sit them out until your mouth has recovered. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t still have fun with your loved ones. Find some board games and card games that everyone can get into so that you can enjoy your time with seldom-seen relatives while also giving your body a chance to rest.
As long as you follow the tips above, you can complete the oral surgery recovery process without any issues, allowing you to look forward to the rest of the holiday season without reservation. Remember that you can always reach out to your oral surgeon if you have any questions or concerns while your mouth is healing.
About the Practice
At South Florida Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, our team offers advanced solutions for all kinds of oral health issues. From dental implant placement to impacted canine treatment, we can provide many different types of oral surgery to meet the unique needs of our patients. To schedule a consultation at our office in Jupiter, visit our website or call (561) 203-5744.