Post Maxillary Frenum Surgery
If for any reason your child was given an atheistic they should avoid running around for a short time after the surgery. They may have a little bleeding and will need to keep the area clean. Your child may be given some gauze to stop the bleeding, but they may not need to use it. If your child had a frenectomy on the upper lip then they should try and avoid eating hard foods. Encourage them to keep food away from the area as much as possible. "If they have surgery on the lower frenum underneath the tongue, the next day have them practice sticking out their tongue and moving the tongue around," suggests Dr. Cameron Fuller. Your child should not rinse with anything the day after the surgery and should avoid drinking with a straw. However, the...