Sinus Care Instructions

Instructions for Care of Your Sinus

Occasionally, the removal of an upper tooth will result in the creation of a small opening into the sinus, which communicates into the mouth. This occurs because your sinus is unusually large; your roots are long, or a combination of both. This has happened in your case. The gums have been tightly stitched over this hole to close it, but special care must be taken to allow this to completely heal.

The following instructions will help you care for this area while it heals:

• DO NOT blow your nose for TWO WEEKS.
• Take antibiotics and other medications as directed.
• Avoid hard coughing or suppressing a sneeze. This may increase the air pressure in the sinus. If you must sneeze, open your mouth wide.
• DO NOT smoke or use a straw for TWO WEEKS!
• Eat a soft diet for TWO WEEKS.
• DO NOT rinse the mouth vigorously for several days.
• Some bloody discharge from you nose is normal and not of concern. This may continue for 2-3 weeks.
• In most cases, the opening heals without any problems. However, in rare cases the opening does not close and may require further surgery to close.

If you have any problems or questions, please feel free to call the office. If it is after business hours, there will be a number provided for emergencies on our recording.