Recovery after alveoloplasty surgery isn’t much different than after a standard tooth extraction. Right after the procedure your surgeon will have you bite down on gauze until all bleeding has stopped.
Once home, be prepared to eat soft foods for a few days and stay away from anything overly hot, spicy, and citrusy. Do not eat any crunchy foods as they can reopen the surgical site. Try to keep the area as clean as possible. Over-the-counter medication is usually enough to keep any pain at bay.
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