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Posted on 8/10/2018 by Alyssa O'Steen |
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 Having surgery is always risky because of the chance of contracting an infection and we will take every precaution to prevent this from happening so you can recover quickly. Sometimes, despite all the safeguards, something happens that causes an infection following your surgery. Main Signs that You Have an Infection
Depending on what kind of surgery you are having, we may prescribe antibiotics or other pain medication to prevent an infection from happening. If you are taking your medication as prescribed and are feverish, we would like to see you. So, make sure you call the office. To prevent infections, the pain medications prescribed should be taken right after the surgery as instructed by our doctor. While you wait to be seen, there are some things you can do to control the fever and relieve the pain. An ice pack or a cold compress can help with the swelling and to cool down. In addition, keep taking your medications and drink lots of fluids along with getting proper rest. While an infection can be troublesome, it can usually be treated with the right medications, once the source is found. If you have a compromised immune system, it is very important that you call us as soon as possible if there are any signs of infection. |
Dr. Shillingburg and the amazing team at DFW Oral Surgeons are proud to provide exceptional care, including wisdom teeth removal, dental implants, and many other services to residents in and around Argyle, Bartonville, Highland Village, Lantana, Double Oak, South Denton, Denton County, and surrounding areas. Not only has Dr. Shillingburg won best Oral Surgeon of Denton County in 2017 and 2018. He has over 10 years of experience treating patients in his state-of-the-art outpatient surgery center in Flower Mound, TX. |
John C. Shillingburg, DDS Certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons  Dr. John Shillingburg is proud to be a native Texan. After graduating from Texas A&M with a bachelor's degree in Biomedical Science and from the University of Texas Dental School in San Antonio with a doctorate degree in dental science, Dr. Shillingburg completed a general dentistry residency at Fort Carson in Colorado. Read more.  DFW Study Club Established in 2013 by John C. Shillingburg, DDS  |
