After Tooth Extraction
After tooth extraction, it’s important for a blood clot to form to stop the bleeding and begin the healing process. Bite on a gauze pad for 30-45 minutes immediately after the appointment. If the bleeding or oozing still persists, place another gauze pad and bite firmly for another 30 minutes. You may have to do this several times to staunch the flow of blood.
After the blood clot forms it is important to not disturb or dislodge the clot. Do not rinse vigorously, suck on straws, smoke, drink alcohol or brush teeth next to the extraction site for 72 hours. These activities may dislodge or dissolve the clot and hinder the healing process. Limit vigorous exercise for the next 24 hours, as this increases blood pressure and may cause more bleeding from the extraction site.
After the tooth is extracted you may feel some pain and experience some swelling. An ice pack or an unopened bag of frozen peas or corn applied to the area will keep swelling to a minimum. Take pain medications as prescribed. The swelling usually subsides after 48 hours.
Use pain medication as directed. Call our office if the medication doesn’t seem to be working. If antibiotics are prescribed, continue to take them for the indicated length of time even if signs and symptoms of infection are gone. Drink lots of fluids and eat nutritious, soft food on the day of the extraction. You can eat normally as soon as you are comfortable.
It is important to resume your normal dental routine after 24 hours. This should include brushing and flossing your teeth at least once a day. This will speed healing and help keep your mouth fresh and clean.
After a few days you should feel fine and can resume your normal activities. If you have heavy bleeding, severe pain, continued swelling for 2-3 days, or a reaction to the medication, call our office immediately at Houston Office Phone Number 713-429-4100 and 832-831-8655.
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I had a very good experience here, everything was made clear to me before and after my surgery. The staff was very nice and informative so I knew I was being taken care of well.
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My daughter needed extractions and the service from the start was great from the receptionist to the doctor. Her nurse Angie was the sweetest my daughter was emotional after the procedure and Angie helped calm her down and even called me later to see how she was doing and stated to call her for anything.
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This was really easy and fun to do
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This was my first time having 5 teeth extracted and I can honestly say I had NO pain or any rare discomfort in the following days after my surgery. My healing process went great!
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The nurse Gabby was very nice to translate and give us post instructions after the surgery. And I got a nice recovery. The doctor did a great job!
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