Post Extraction Instructions

Post Extraction Instructions

  • Bite firmly on the cotton or gauze for 1 hour.
  • Do not spit or gargle forcefully for 1-2 days, it may disturb the clot.
  • Slight bleeding may be seen in the area will stop soon, if there is heavy bleeding consult to your dentist.
  • An ice-cream is usually advised after an hour of extraction.
  • Application of ice can help in reducing the pain, discomfort.
  • Avoid eating hard, hot and spicy foods, 3-4 days after the extraction.
  • Do not consume any aerated drink, 3-4 days after the extraction.
  • Mild to moderate pain and swelling is a normal post operatively, do not worry.
  • Swelling can occur which will reduce in a couple of days.
  • Do not smoke or drink alcohol for 4-5 days after the extraction.
  • Get the sutures removed (if given) when advised.
  • Start with warm saline gargles after 2 days if extraction.
  • Take medicines as prescribed by dentist.
  • In case of any complication immediately consult your dentist.
  • Bite firmly on the cotton or gauze for 1 hour.
  • Do not spit or gargle forcefully for 1-2 days, it may disturb the clot.
  • Slight bleeding may be seen in the area will stop soon, if there is heavy bleeding consult to your dentist.
  • An ice-cream is usually advised after an hour of extraction.
  • Application of ice can help in reducing the pain, discomfort.
  • Avoid eating hard, hot and spicy foods, 3-4 days after the extraction.
  • Do not consume any aerated drink, 3-4 days after the extraction.
  • Mild to moderate pain and swelling is a normal post operatively, do not worry.
  • Swelling can occur which will reduce in a couple of days.
  • Do not smoke or drink alcohol for 4-5 days after the extraction.
  • Get the sutures removed (if given) when advised.
  • Start with warm saline gargles after 2 days if extraction.
  • Take medicines as prescribed by dentist.
  • In case of any complication immediately consult your dentist.