Tooth Extraction: Procedure, Aftercare & Recovery
Removal of carious, decayed and traumatised tooth which cannot be saved is extracted. The treatment is done under local anaesthesia. Sutures can be given too in this procedure. Removal of suture is done after 7-10 days.
POST EXTRACTION INSTRUCTION
- ANESTHESIA: The feeling of numbness will begin to wear off in 30 minutes to 4 hours. Until that time, avoid all hot foods liquids, and do not chew. This is to prevent accidentally burning or biting the lips, cheeks, inside of your mouth, or tongue until feeling has Returned. ANY CONCERNS ABOUT PROLONGED NUMBNESS, PLEASE CALL OUR DENTAL CLINIC.
- GAUZE PACK: Do not spit for 1-2 hours. Maintain firm biting pressure on the gauze for one to two hours.
- BLEEDING: It is normal for the extraction site to bleed slightly or ooze blood for 12 to 24 hours following surgery.
- ICE PACK: For the first 2-8 hours after surgery, ice packs should be applied to the outside of the face over the area of the extraction site. This will help reduce discomfort and swelling.
- MEDICATIONS: Take proper medicine as prescribe by Doctor. FOR
SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS OR ALLERGIC REACTIONS SEEK MEDICAL CARE IMMEDIATELY.
- DIET: A liquid or soft diet should be adhered to for the first 12-24 hours. It is important to drink plenty of liquids for the day or two following surgery. Avoid the use of a straw as it may dislodge the blood clot that is forming in the extraction
- ORAL HYGIENE: Clean the rest of your mouth as usual, however avoid bumping or brushing the extraction site.
DO NOT RINSE OR SWISH YOUR MOUTH for the first 24 hours following surgery. DO NOT SMOKE for the first 24 hours
- POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS:
- A) Dry Socket. This is sometimes a problem after surgery. The symptoms associated with dry socket are constant moderate to severe pain, bad taste, putrid odor, and poor clot formation at the surgical site. IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE ANY OF THESE OFFICE IMMEDIATELY. SYMPTOMS CALL OUR
- B) Fever. Monitor your temperature for the first 24-48 hours Any elevated temperature should be reported to our office.
- C) Swelling. Some swelling during the first 24-48hours can be expected.