Slight leakage is normal; avoid spitting, protect the blood clot.

• Mild bleeding or leakage is expected; apply gentle pressure with clean gauze for 20–30 minutes to relieve the bleeding.
• Spitting, blowing hard, or rinsing the mouth can disrupt the blood clot; Avoid these actions for 24 hours.
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Apply cold externally to reduce swelling in the first 24 hours.

• Apply ice/cold compress externally, applying for 20 minutes on a 10-minute break.
• Use a thin cloth to avoid direct contact of ice with the skin.

Take the medications prescribed by your physician regularly and completely.

• Take the prescribed painkillers and antibiotics for the prescribed period.
• Inform your physician in case of side effects or allergies.

Do not eat anything in the first hours; avoid hot foods in the first 24 hours.

• Avoid hot foods and drinks in the first 24 hours; Choose soft, warm foods.
• Hard or crunchy foods can damage the stitch area; avoid them for the first few days.

Do not gargle for the first 24 hours; you can then gently care for your mouth.

• Aggressive brushing and gargling should be avoided for the first day; Do not apply pressure to the stitch area.
• The next day, you can gently rinse with salt water or antiseptic mouthwash as recommended by your doctor.

Avoid smoking and alcohol for at least 72 hours — they delay healing.

• Smoking negatively affects tissue healing and blood flow, increasing the risk of infection.
• Alcohol can cause drug interactions; Follow your doctor's instructions.

Avoid strenuous exercise for the first 2–3 days; sleep with your head elevated.

• Heavy lifting and strenuous exercise can increase swelling and bleeding; rest.
• Keeping the head of the bed slightly elevated helps reduce edema.

Stitches are usually removed after 7–10 days; If you experience any unusual symptoms, consult your physician.

• If dissolvable stitches were used, follow your physician's instructions.
• If you experience fever, sudden increase in pain, increased bleeding, or a foul odor, call your physician immediately.

If you received general anesthesia or sedation, do not drive for 24 hours after the procedure.

• Driving is dangerous until your reflexes and alertness levels, affected by sedation, return to normal.