View PDF Version Dentures and partials are life changing in many ways and require time to adjust. In the meantime, expect a change in eating, biting, speech, taste, temperature, and esthetics. However, before long, you will learn to overcome each of these. We are...
View PDF Version Day of Surgery Bleeding Some bleeding or “oozing” for the first 24-36 hours is common. Keep your head well elevated the first 24 hours. Gently bite on gauze for 30 minutes. Wash hands, remove the gauze and replace with new one every 30 minutes for the...
View PDF Version Day of Surgery First Hour Bite down gently but firmly on the gauze packs, making sure they remain over the surgical site. This is what controls the bleeding. Only change them if they are soaked with blood. Remainder of the Day The packs may be gently...
< Go Back to Healthcare Page Eligibility Siletz tribal members and other tribal members. At this time, the Dental Clinic prioritizes services to patients as follows: PRC eligible members Other documented Native Americans Employees of the Siletz tribe Other patients...
