Before General and IV Anesthesia

General and IV anesthesia are used for a multitude of oral surgery practices and procedures. At Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania, Drs. Bahram, Richman, Mohan, and Barunas are skilled at both surgery and anesthesia. You may need general or IV sedation for procedures like wisdom teeth extractions or dental implant placement. Intravenous sedation or “twilight sedation” can also be used for certain procedures or for patients with high anxiety levels.

 

It is important to follow these strict instructions before undergoing anesthesia. Not following these instructions can cause complications during surgery or even result in postponing the procedure. The most important step to follow is that you cannot eat or drink anything for eight hours prior to your appointment. You can’t even have water. Smoking is also a big no. Ideally, you should cut down on smoking before the procedure. At a minimum, do not smoke for at least twelve hours beforehand.

 

You should not drive yourself to or from the office after the procedure. You can’t operate machinery for twenty-four hours following as well. A responsible adult will bring you to the office and take you home.

 

Before coming into the office, try to wear looser fitting clothes. Remove any contact lenses, jewelry, and dentures. Don’t wear lipstick or any makeup. You will need to have at least one finger free of any nail polish or artificial nails.

 

Let our staff know if you are not feeling well leading up to the surgery. These include colds, sore throats, and upset stomachs. Make sure to notify us of any routine oral medications that you take.

 

Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania are located in four offices across the PA area. We are located in Philadelphia, Folsom, and Clifton Heights, PA. To schedule an appointment with Drs. Bahram, Richman, Mohan, and Barunas, visit our website or call our main South Philadelphia office at 215-463-4141.

Post Surgery Bone Graft

A bone grafting procedure is when there is a missing or damaged tooth that needs to be repaired. Our doctors at Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania want our patients to know what to expect the days following a bone graft.

Since bone grafts are made up of particles, you may notice some granules in your mouth the days after surgery. While the particles aren’t a cause for concern, there are ways to limit the number of particles that are dislodged. After surgery, avoid rinsing, smoking, spitting, and touching the wound to limit the number of particles. It is important you don’t blow your nose or sneeze holding your nose, make sure your mouth is wide open.

One full day after the bone graft you may brush your teeth gently to clean your teeth and to prevent messing with the repaired area.

Remember to take the antibiotics as shown on the label to start the recovery process. Before you know it your mouth will be back to normal and healed.

If you have any questions, please give us a call. To learn more about all of the services we provide at our practice, visit www.oralsurgerypa.com more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania located in Philadelphia, call 215-463-4141. 

April 2019: Oral Cancer Awareness Month

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Dental professionals are often the first to detect and diagnose oral cancer in patients. That is why it is important that you schedule an appointment with Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania anytime you experience abnormal oral symptoms. Schedule an appointment ASAP with Drs. Bahram, Richman, Mohan, and Barunas when experiencing new symptoms lasting over two weeks.

 

When strange oral symptoms refuse to heal or take over two weeks, schedule an appointment. This is often the first signs of a serious underlying medical problem. Call our office immediately if you notice any of these symptoms:

 

Lumps or hard spots in the mouth, bumps that bleed easily, a strange coloring of the gums, mouth sores or ulcers that take over two weeks to heal, a lump on the outside of the neck that has been there for at least two weeks.

 

When it comes to HPV-caused oropharyngeal cancer, symptoms can differ than other types of oral cancer. These symptoms manifest as a hoarse or sore throat, problems swallowing, a constant cough, and/or pain in one or both ears.

 

There are a few major risks that can lead to oral cancer. Partaking in heavy smoking and drinking is the largest factor. Engaging in other tobacco products, like chewing tobacco, is also detrimental to your health. Another risk is contracting the sexually transmitted human papillomavirus 16.

 

If you or a loved one experience any of these symptoms, contact Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania immediately. We have four offices located in Philadelphia, Folsom, and Clifton Heights, PA. To schedule an appointment with Drs. Bahram, Richman, Mohan, and Barunas, visit our website or call our main South Philadelphia office at 215-463-4141.