Because a bacterial infection from your mouth could infect your new joint, you will be asked to complete all dental work before surgery. Consult your physician before scheduling any post-operative dental work. You could develop blood clots. Many THA surgeons prescribe anti-coagulation medications after surgery. You may want to discuss this further with your doctor.
Pneumonia can sometimes develop in patients who are lying in bed right after surgery.
Getting out of bed soon after surgery also is encouraged. You may want to discuss this further with your doctor. This site is intended for Canadian audiences only.