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Dr Dental with More Tips on Aftercare of a Tooth Extraction
10/18/13 9:09 AM

After having a wisdom tooth or other tooth remove proper aftercare is important in order to have a quick recovery.  You dentist will normal provide aftercare instructions but here are some helpful tips to keep in mind.

Be mindful of the blood clot.  The blood clot covers the extraction site and helps the healing process.  You do not want to dislodge the blood when brushing near the extraction site.  Also avoid drinking though straws of smoking the sucking action can loosen the blood clot before the extraction has time to heal.

For the first day or two stick to a liquid and soft food diet, such as soups yogurts, mash potatoes anything that dose not require much chewing.  Avoid hot food or drinks as well since you do not want to irritate or burn the extraction area.

Your dentist may prescribed antibiotics in order to avoid any infections. Make sure to follow the instructions and finish the prescribed amount.

After having a tooth removed you may experience swelling. This is normal.  The worst of the swelling, pain and jaw stiffness will normally be within the first two to three days after surgery. You may want to apply ice packs for 15 minutes on and 15 minutes off until bed time for the first day.

 

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