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Meadows Family Dental & Implants

Everything your smile needs

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      North Las Vegas, NV
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Instructions

Our team believes in educating our patients about the procedures they will be receiving at our practice because we know that this is one of the best ways to ease our patients’ anxiety about dental treatments. Taking good care of yourself when you receive dental care of any kind gives you the best chance for a speedy recovery and less risk for complications.

You will receive detailed instructions tailored to your treatment, and it is crucial that you follow these self-care guidelines both before and after your procedure. The general instructions will help you prepare for before your treatment, and the aftercare instructions will be more specific to your procedure and will provide instructions for your care once you return home.

May 3, 2018 By

Pre-operative instructions: before anesthesia

Do not have anything to eat or drink after midnight the night prior to your visit. This includes any mints, gum, candy, or water. If you take medication in the morning on a daily basis, your doctor will discuss them with you prior to your surgery and instruct how to adjust them if indicated.

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April 10, 2017 By

Post-operative instructions: general

General instructions After extraction of teeth, a blood clot forms in the remaining socket. To prevent post-operative inflammation and infection, it is important to keep this blood clot in place. For the first 48 hours after extraction: DO NOT vigorously rinse your mouth as this may rinse

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April 10, 2016 By

Post-operative instructions: dental implants

General instructions After implant placement, a blood clot may form in the area. To prevent post-operative inflammation and infection, it is important to keep this blood clot in place. For the first 48 hours after implant placement: DO NOT vigorously rinse your mouth, as this may rinse away

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April 10, 2015 By

Post-operative instructions: extractions

General instructions After extraction of teeth, a blood clot forms in the remaining socket. To prevent post-operative inflammation and infection, it is important to keep this blood clot in place. For the first 48 hours after extraction: DO NOT vigorously rinse your mouth as this may rinse

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April 10, 2014 By

Instructions: oral hygiene care

Oral hygiene care instructions General oral hygiene While we work hard to care for your smile, it’s your job to take care of your teeth and gums. Brush twice a day for 2 minutes. Don’t forget your tongue!  Use a fluoride toothpaste and a toothbrush with soft bristles. An electric

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North Las Vegas, NV
Meadows Family Dental & Implants
2345 E Centennial Pkwy #110
North Las Vegas, NV 89081
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(702) 991-0404
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