extractions
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Disclaimer: The information provided within is intended to help you better understand dental conditions and procedures. It is not meant to serve as delivery of medical or dental care. If you have specific questions or concerns, contact your health care provider.
Disclaimer: The information provided within is intended to help you better understand dental conditions and procedures. It is not meant to serve as delivery of medical or dental care. If you have specific questions or concerns, contact your health care provider.
patient care after extractions
Place cold towels or an ice bag to your face for the first 6-8 hours. Apply for 15 minutes, then remove for 15 mintues.
- Do not rinse mouth until the following day.
- On the morning following surgery, rinse mouth with warm salt water (1 teaspoon of salt per cup of warm water). Repeat this several times daily.
- Keep fingers and tongue away from socket.
- BLEEDING - It is normal for saliva to be slightly streaked with blood for 1-2 days. If abnormal bleeding occurs, place moist gauze over extraction site and bite down for 30-45 minutes.
- It is normal to experience some discomfort. If medication has been prescribed, take as instructed.
- SWELLING & STIFFNESS - It is normal and should not cause alarm. Apply cold towels or ice bag for 15 minutes of each hour as needed.
- DIET - A liquid or soft diet is advisable during the first 24 hours. Drink lots of fluids.
- Return to the office if undue symptoms develop.
Please follow these home care instructions carefully and call our office if you have any questions or concerns
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