“Can you brush your teeth after pinhole surgery?”
I had pinhole surgery yesterday. I want to brush my teeth. Can you brush your teeth after pinhole surgery?
3 Answers
If the pinhole surgery was performed on you gum inside the mouth, then you may brush your teeth ONLY on the non-surgical area/ site. Avoid brushing your teeth near the surgical area in your mouth. Your dentist would usually prescribe a prescription strength mouth wash for you to keep the surgical site clean.
I would avoid the area for the first two days after surgery and then don't brush vigorously until the area is no longer tender.
Not for a a week, just be gentle , keep it clean with salt warm water.
