What to Do After Sinus Lift Surgery

After sinus lift surgery

• After a sinus lift, bite on the gauze placed in your mouth for 30–45 minutes.
• Start applying ice immediately after the operation, at 5-minute intervals, and continue until you go to sleep that night.
• Because bone graft materials are used in a sinus lift, not spitting is very important.
• For the first 2 days after the operation, avoid spitting, forceful rinsing, sneezing with the mouth closed, sniffing and blowing your nose.
• Do not fly for the first 3–5 days, as the pressure change can harm the area.
• Oral hygiene is very important after the operation. You can brush from the next day with a suitable soft brush, brushing over the stitches with light pressure.
• Hot food and drinks are not recommended for the first 2 days, and showering is not advised on the first day.
• Tea, coffee, alcohol, acidic and spicy foods are not recommended.
• Never smoke after a sinus lift.
• Sports, swimming in the sea or pool are not recommended for the first week.
• Stitches are removed on day 10. Until then, take all medication prescribed by your dentist and avoid catching a cold.