Meet Dr. Greene

Dr. John Greene

Dr. Greene completed his undergraduate studies at Baylor University, where he graduated with a B.S. in economics and a minor in chemistry. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Additionally, Dr. Greene completed a 13-month Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency through The University of Texas Health Science Center, where he gained training in oral surgery procedures, implant procedures, and oral and intravenous sedation procedures.

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These patient aftercare videos are designed to help make the recovery time following your procedure progress as smoothly and painlessly as possible. This includes instructions about what to do immediately following your procedure, as well as in the days and weeks after your surgery. You’ll learn what foods and activities are appropriate, post-operation, in addition to managing discomfort and to treating dry sockets.

What to do immediately following the procedure

  • What to do about bleeding
  • What to eat
  • When and how to take medications
  • How to use cold compresses
  • What to do if feeling light-headed or faint

Things to do on the days and weeks following surgery

  • Diet
  • How to avoid nausea
  • Managing and decreasing discomfort
  • The normal course of healing

How to best manage discomfort

  • Managing discomfort
  • Normal progression of discomfort and swelling
  • Medications to be taken to manage discomfort

Appropriate post-op foods

  • Diet
  • Best foods to eat
  • Irrigating instructions
  • Foods to avoid
  • Foods that promote healing

Appropriate post-op activities

  • Appropriate post-op activities
  • When to call your dentist with questions

Dry sockets and how to treat them

  • Definition of a dry socket
  • Normal amount of discomfort
  • How to avoid increasing discomfort
  • Best course of action for a dry socket

Management of Non-Healing Extraction Sites