Care Checklist After Tooth Extraction

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Tooth extraction is often necessary to remove a
tooth that is impacted. An impacted tooth is
one that cannot break completely through the gum
line.
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This is a common problem with wisdom teeth. If
these teeth are left alone, they can develop
tooth decay and cause gum infections.
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You might also need an extraction to prepare for
dentures or implants. Removing a tooth that is
too decayed or broken for repair paves the way
for better oral health.
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We often recommend that people prep for an
extraction by following healthy lifestyle habits
before their appointment.
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Get a good nights rest and avoid tobacco and
alcohol before your oral surgery. Then, follow
this aftercare checklist to begin the process of
healing.
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Sedation dentistry makes tooth extractions
comfortable. Conscious sedation allows you to
be awake for the procedure, but most people
remember very little of what happened.
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General and conscious sedation can have lingering
effects that make it unsafe to drive until they
wear off.
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Plan to have someone pick you up or wait during
the procedure so that you get home safe.
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Patients often like to squeeze dental
appointments in during their workday. This
works for treatments such as tooth whitening.
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An extraction is different. The procedure puts
stress on your body that requires time to
recover from.
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You might also have some bleeding and swelling
that occurs during the first several hours after
an extraction. If possible, go home and spend
some time resting.
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Youll give your body a jump start on healing
that is noticeable the next day.
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After a tooth extraction, there is some blood
loss. Well place gauze at the extraction site
to control the bleeding.
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This helps a blood clot to form that protects the
bone and nerves in the socket.
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Youll need to leave the gauze in place for
three to four hours after the procedure. You
can replace the gauze with a fresh piece as
required.
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Many people sail through their recovery with only
the need for mild pain relievers such as
acetaminophen. Others need stronger
prescription pain medications or antibiotics.
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We prescribe medications to prevent pain and
infections. Certain medications also help with
swelling and inflammation.
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Following our recommendations enables you to
avoid post-extraction complications.
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Dry socket is the most common complication that
patients face after an extraction.
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This condition occurs if the blood clot does not
develop or if it gets displaced from the socket.
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To keep the clot in place, abstain from smoking
or drinking from straws for the first one to
three days.
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Youll be able to resume eating as soon as you
feel comfortable enough to try. Soft foods,
such as soup, pudding, and yogurt, are the best
options to try first.
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As your mouth heals, you can gradually add more
solid foods to your diet.
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Youll still be able to brush and floss your
teeth as usual after the first day. Just be
careful to avoid the extraction site.
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Rinsing and spitting should also be avoided for
the first 24 hours after the extraction to
prevent dry socket.
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The extraction site can take a week or two to
heal. During that time, be sure to reach out
with any questions or concerns you have along
the way.
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We can check for infection and offer suggestions
for pain management. Working together as a
team helps you enjoy a faster recovery.
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Noble Dental Care is a family oriented dental
care clinic with dentists that care about you and
your health.
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Give us the opportunity to give you the smile of
your dreams. Call us for an appointment at
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