what to do after you have tooth pulled?
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['Take painkillers as prescribed.', 'Bite firmly but gently on the gauze pad placed by your dentist to reduce bleeding and allow a clot to form in the tooth socket. ... ', 'Apply an ice bag to the affected area immediately after the procedure to keep down swelling.']
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No gauze should be used after the first day, as it can stick to and potentially dislodge a protective clot. You shouldn't clean your teeth or probe the area of the extraction for the first 24 hours after surgery. Avoid rinsing or any vigorous mouth movement.
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To reduce pain and aid your recovery, it can be helpful to: use painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen (always read and follow the manufacturer's dosage instructions) – there's some evidence to suggest that ibuprofen is the best painkiller to take after having wisdom teeth removed.
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['Teeth cleaning.', 'Routine X-rays.', 'Extractions.', 'Fillings.', 'And possibly more.']
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Therefore, patients should expect to set aside some time for recovery. Unless the patient develops post-operative complications, most people can return to work (sedentary jobs) or school within 2-3 days of the extraction. For jobs that require more vigorous activity, a little additional recovery time may be needed.
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Wisdom tooth extraction is usually performed as an outpatient operation, so you can go home the same day. Your dentist or oral surgeon will use a local anesthetic to numb the areas around the tooth or teeth to be extracted.
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Pain medications are normally required after tooth extraction surgery. If you can take ibuprofen (Motrin® or Advil®), take 400–600 mg every 6–8 hours or as prescribed by your doctor. Ibuprofen will help with pain relief and as an anti-inflammatory.
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After a root canal treatment, your body needs time to rest and heal, but this shouldn't interfere with your everyday activities. Most people can return to work the next day. To be sure you give your body enough time to recover, consult with your dentist regarding appropriate aftercare procedures.
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Unless you've had some type of sedation, you will be fine to drive home after your treatment. Many Endodontic procedures are performed to relieve the pain of toothaches caused by inflammation or infection. With modern techniques and anesthetics most patients report that they are comfortable during the procedure.
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Although having a tooth pulled is usually very safe, the procedure can allow harmful bacteria into the bloodstream. Gum tissue is also at risk of infection. If you have a condition that puts you at high risk for developing a severe infection, you may need to take antibiotics before and after the extraction.
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Applesauce is a good choice after your tooth extraction because it will add some fiber to your diet. After the first day, you might try mashed potatoes, mashed sweet potatoes, scrambled eggs, oatmeal, pancakes, and broth-based soups without large chunks of meat. Eat these foods lukewarm, not hot.
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Dental Don'ts after Oral Surgery Do not rinse your mouth for 24 hours after treatment. Don't brush the surgical site for the first few days after treatment, but you can gently wipe it with soft gauze to keep it clean. Do not have hot foods or drinks until the numbness has worn off.
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['Keep Wiggling. Wiggle the tooth to loosen it as much as possible before you can easily remove it. ... ', 'Chew on Hard Food. ... ', 'Brush and Floss Vigorously. ... ', 'Use Medical Gauze. ... ', 'Visit Your Dentist.']
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After 24 hours you can resume tooth brushing. It may also help to gently rinse your mouth every so often with mild salt water (1/4 teaspoon of salt in a glass of water). DO NOT use mouth wash or hydrogen peroxide rinses for 14 days following surgery.
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An oral and maxillofacial surgeon or your dentist can remove (extract) a wisdom tooth. The procedure often can be done in the dentist's or surgeon's office. You may have the surgery in the hospital, especially if you are having all your wisdom teeth pulled at one time or if you are at high risk for complications.
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Sue recommends that you wait at least 24 hours after wisdom teeth removal to allow full recovery before you do any type of exercise. The gum area and sockets where the teeth were extracted may bleed for many hours after a surgery, and it is important to allow full recovery.
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['Open up (incise) and drain the abscess. The dentist will make a small cut into the abscess, allowing the pus to drain out, and then wash the area with salt water (saline). ... ', 'Perform a root canal. This can help eliminate the infection and save your tooth. ... ', 'Pull the affected tooth. ... ', 'Prescribe antibiotics.']