1. Don't rinse your mouth or spit saliva. Swallow your saliva.
   
2. Bite on gauze pack to stop bleeding for about 1 hour.
   
3. Take medications as instructed. Finish the course of antibiotics unless you develop a drug allergy.
   
4. Take the pain medicine as soon as you reach home before the numbness goes away.
   
5. Expect some swelling and stiffness of the jaw for a few days.
   
6. Have a soft diet for a few days.
   
7. No exercise, smoking or alcohol for 7 days.
   
8. Do return for the appointment to remove your stitches if any.
   
9. Call our emergency number 64420293 after office hours if the bleeding is uncontrollable.
   

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