A bone graft is comprised of several particles - granules that can linger in the mouth. This is common and will go away after a short time. After this type of surgery is performed, you should never touch the wound. Keep any gauze pad in place for about 45 minutes after the procedure. You also need to avoid spitting or rinsing for about two days, so the graft material that is used can become stabilized. Taking this precaution will also allow the blood to naturally clot.
Never apply pressure with your finger or tongue to the graft site, as doing so may move the graft material. Also, it is important not to pull on or lift your cheek to check the sutures. Doing so can tear the sutures and damage the grafted site. Place ice packs and take the medication prescribed to ease any discomfort. Usually, 2 tablets (400 mg) of an Ibuprofen pain reliever will reduce any pain when taken every three or four hours.