What to Ask Before Undergoing Oral Surgery Procedures

Consulting with an oral surgeon before undergoing oral surgery procedures can put one’s mind at ease. However, some people do not know what types of questions they should be asking their surgeons. That is why we have come up with a list of questions patients should ask their surgeons before undergoing a procedure.

Important questions to ask your surgeon before undergoing oral surgery procedures

Some of the important questions a patient should ask their surgeon include

What will happen during the procedure?

Before agreeing to a procedure, a patient should ask their surgeon for all the details about the procedure. They should ask about the length of the procedure, what will happen, what type of anesthesia will be used and any other concern they may have before they feel comfortable enough to undergo the procedure.

Will I need someone to take me home?

Some dental surgery procedures are minimal and do not require the patient to have someone follow them to the dentist to assist them to their home. This is only necessary when the procedure requires general anesthesia or heavy sedation.

Other procedures do require heavy sedation and the patient will need to have someone present to take them home. Patients should make sure they know if they will need a ride home or if they can drive themselves home after the procedure.

What is the recovery time?

It is always a good idea to ask a surgeon about the recovery time after a procedure is done. Thus, the patient can make necessary arrangements, like taking some time off from work, if they will be sidelined for a while. Since every procedure is different, patients should make sure they ask about the recovery time before they begin treatment.

What are the risks associated with the procedure?

Like other surgical procedures, there are always chances of complications when undergoing dental surgery procedures. Patients are advised to ask their surgeons about the risks associated with a procedure they are about to undergo and how to prevent them. This helps to reduce the chances of such complications.

When can I resume normal physical activity?

Getting back to a normal routine can take a while after undergoing dental surgery procedures. The surgery may require a change in diet and medication. To make sure that their recovery is on track, patients are advised to ask their surgeon when they will be able to resume physical activity.

Do I have to avoid certain foods after surgery?

In a lot of cases, especially when the surgery is done to correct problems with the teeth, there will be restrictions on the types of food the patient is allowed to eat. Patients should ask their surgeon to provide them with a list of foods that they can and cannot eat after the surgery. Also, ask when they can return to their regular diet.

Conclusion

Undergoing dental surgical procedures can be intimidating. But, you can put your mind at ease by asking your surgeon questions about what to expect before, during and after the procedure. If you have to undergo a surgical procedure, make sure your surgeon answers every question and concern that you have.

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