Countdown to Surgery
6 WEEKS
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Appointment with Orthodontist for Pre-Surgery Records (Dental Models)
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Agressive Oral Care: Brushing, Flossing, Antigingivitis Mouth Rinse 3x/day
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Start nasal salt water rinse 2x/day
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Purchase Items needed before and after surgery
4 WEEKS
1. Appointment with Dr. Patel:
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Bring Dental Models Stone/Plaster Cast or Digital File
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For Males, No facial hair at this appointment
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2D Photographs, 3D Photographs
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3D X-Rays (iCAT or CBCT)
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Review Surgery and Hospital Details
2. Appointment with Anesthesiologist
3. Appointment with Primary Care Physician
4. Appointment for Dental Cleaning
3 WEEKS
No medications or herbal supplements that can increase the risk of bleeding during surgery. Stop 3 weeks before.
2 WEEKS
Appointment with Orthodontist for Surgical Hooks
Make sure that all brackets are secured to the teeth