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Sinus Precautions after surgery

Post-operative Sinus Precautions
Surgeries that involve the sinus, require special care. This may be in the case of a sinus lift (bone graft), removal of tumor/cyst from the sinus, or a sinus exposure/perforation after removing a tooth. Certain precautions will help your healing and you are instructed to carefully follow these directions.
  • Afrin or Neosynephyrine nose drops may be used for up to maximum of three days to help control any nasal bleeding.
  • Take over-the-counter Sudafed tablets (you must now ask for the original formula which is kept behind the counter or in the pharmacy) for 5 days if directed by your surgeon.
  • Do not smoke until directed by your doctor.
  • Do not use a straw for at least 14 days.
  • Do not blow your nose for at least two weeks, even if your sinus feels “stuffy” or there is some drainage from your nose.
  • Try not to sneeze. If you must sneeze, then sneeze with your mouth wide open. Sneezing through your nose will cause a rapid build-up of pressure in your sinus which can effect healing.
  • Eat only soft foods on the opposite side of your mouth until your surgeon has told you it is OK to resume a normal diet.
  • Slight intermittent bleeding from the nose is common for several days after the surgery.
Please call the office with questions. Please call 911 for life threatening emergencies. Office: 973-402-0595 / Dr. Boukheir: 973-520-7752
380 Fairfield Road, Fairfield, New Jersey 07004
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