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Preparing You for a Comfortable,
Informed Experience

Everything you need before your appointment, including forms, instructions, insurance details, and post-operative care guidance.

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Welcome to Radix Periodontics

At Radix Periodontics, we want every patient to feel informed, comfortable, and confident before treatment begins. This page provides important information about your visit, patient forms, post-operative care, insurance support, and what to expect throughout your periodontal treatment journey.

Our team is committed to clear communication, compassionate care, and a smooth patient experience from consultation to recovery.

Before Your Appointment

To help us prepare for your visit and provide the best possible care, please complete your patient forms prior to your appointment.

Please Bring
  • Government-issued photo identification 
  • Insurance information (if applicable) 
  • Referral information or x-rays (if available) 
  • A list of medications you are currently taking
Important Notes
  • Please arrive 10–15 minutes early if forms have not been completed online. 
  • If you are undergoing sedation, arrange for someone to accompany you home after your appointment. 
  • Notify our office in advance of any medical conditions, allergies, or medications. 

Patient Form

Completing the form before your appointment helps reduce wait times and allows our team to review your medical history in advance.

Medical History

Health history, medications, allergies, and conditions relevant to treatment.

Insurance & Payment Information

We are happy to assist patients in understanding their insurance coverage and submitting claims where applicable.

Helpful Information
  • Coverage varies depending on your insurance provider and plan. 
  • Payment is typically due at the time of treatment unless otherwise arranged. 
  • Our administrative team can help answer questions regarding estimates and submissions. 

What to Expect During Your Visit

Your comfort and understanding are important to us. During your appointment, our team will carefully review your concerns, evaluate your periodontal health, and discuss personalized treatment options.

Your Visit May Include:
  • Comprehensive periodontal examination 
  • Digital imaging or x-rays 
  • Discussion of diagnosis and treatment recommendations 
  • Oral hygiene and home-care guidance 
  • Questions and answers with our clinical team

Post-Operative Instructions

Please follow the instructions below carefully after your procedure to support healing and reduce complications.

Medications
  • Take Advil (ibuprofen) and/or Tylenol (acetaminophen) regularly for 3–4 days unless advised otherwise. 
  • Start before numbness wears off. 
  • Prescription pain medication: only if needed. 
  • Take antibiotics and anti-inflammatories as prescribed. 
  • Stop medication and contact the office if signs of allergy develop. 
Bleeding
  • Mild oozing is normal (a pink tinge in saliva). 
  • For heavier bleeding, apply gauze with firm pressure for 30 minutes. 
  • Avoid spitting or rinsing for the first 24 hours. 
  • Contact the office if bleeding persists after 30–60 minutes.
Swelling (Ice Packs)
  • Apply ice packs in 20-minute intervals during the first 24 hours. 
  • Keep your head elevated, including during sleep. 
Smoking
  • Avoid smoking for at least 72 hours (ideally 7–14 days). 
  • Smoking increases the risk of complications and delayed healing. 
Alcohol
  • Avoid alcohol for 48 hours. 
  • Alcohol may interfere with healing and prescribed medications. 
Sedation Precautions
  • Do not drive or operate machinery for 24 hours if sedation was used. 
  • Rest for the remainder of the day following treatment. 
Diet
  • Eat soft foods for approximately 2 weeks. 
  • Examples include yogurt, eggs, pasta, smoothies, soup, mashed potatoes, and oatmeal. 
  • Avoid hard, crunchy, spicy, or very hot foods initially. 
  • Chew away from the surgical area. 
Oral Hygiene
  • Do not brush the surgical area until your post-operative visit (approximately 2 weeks). 
  • Brush other areas normally after 24 hours. 
  • Use gentle saltwater rinses after 24 hours. 
  • Avoid forceful rinsing. 
  • Use the prescribed mouth rinse as directed. 
  • Avoid eating or drinking for 30 minutes after using the prescribed rinse. 
Activity
  • Avoid strenuous physical activity for at least 48 hours (ideally up to 5 days). 
  • Increased heart rate may contribute to bleeding or swelling. 
Surgical Site Care
  • Do not pull the lip to inspect the area. 
  • Avoid straws or touching the surgical site. 
  • Sutures may loosen or fall out naturally, this is normal. 
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Frequently Asked Questions

Thoughtful treatment, clear communication, and a modern clinical setting all work together to create a supportive patient experience.

Do I need a referral?

Some patients are referred by their general dentist, while others contact us directly.

Recovery varies depending on the procedure, but most patients resume normal routines within a few days while continuing healing over several weeks.

Coverage depends on your insurance provider and individual plan.

Yes, but soft foods are recommended during the initial healing period.

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