The procedure has replaced the inadequate height of bone to allow for a placement in your maxillary arch.

The bone that has been grafted is most commonly a combination of freeze-dried bone and/or synthetic bone.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS:
NO nose blowing for the next 4 weeks.
If you need to sniff with your nose that is ok—just no nose blowing.
Anything that causes pressure in your nasal cavity must be avoided.

• No nose blowing or closed mouth sneezing
• Do not drink with straws and do not spit.
• Avoid circumstances that will change air pressure such as flying/scuba diving.
• Avoid strenuous activity that will result in “bearing down.” In addition, do not blow up balloons, play musical instruments etc.
• Absolutely no smoking. If necessary, nicotine patches can be used.
• Do not eat/chew on the side where the surgery was done.

Decongestants such as Zyrtec D or Sudafed will help reduce pressure in the sinuses. You will also be given a prescription for antibiotics. Please take these as directed.