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AFTER WISDOM TOOTH REMOVAL

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  • We embrace compassion, innovation and integrity

AFTER WISDOM TOOTH REMOVAL

HOME INSTRUCTIONS AFTER WISDOM TEETH EXTRACTION

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IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING SURGERY

  • The gauze pad placed over the surgical area should be kept in place for a half hour. After this time, the gauze pad should be removed and discarded.
  • Vigorous mouth rinsing and/or touching the wound area following surgery should be avoided. This may initiate bleeding by causing the blood clot that has formed to become dislodged.
  • Take the prescribed pain medications before the numbing wears off. This will usually coincide with the local anesthetic becoming diminished.
  • Restrict your activities 2-3 days after surgery. Resume normal activity when you feel comfortable.
  • Place ice packs to the sides of your face where surgery was performed. Refer to the section on swelling for a more thorough explanation.
  • Keep head elevated by sitting on a reclining chair or sleep with several pillows under your head for the first 48 hours.

BLEEDING

SWELLING

PAIN

DIET

KEEP THE MOUTH CLEAN

DISCOLORATION

ANTIBIOTICS

NAUSEA AND VOMITING

OTHER COMPLICATIONS

  • If numbness of the lip, chin, or tongue occurs there is no cause for alarm. As reviewed in your consultation, this is usually temporary in nature. You should be aware that if your lip or tongue is numb, you could bite it and not feel the sensation. Call Dr. Broadbent, Dr. Chandler, Dr. Hall, or Dr. McCormick if you have any questions.
  • Slight elevation of temperature immediately following surgery is not uncommon. If the temperature persists, notify the office. Tylenol or ibuprofen should be taken to reduce the fever.
  • You should be careful going from the lying down position to standing. You could get light headed from low blood sugar or medications. Before standing up, you should sit for one minute before getting up.
  • Occasionally, patients may feel hard projections in the mouth with their tongue. They are not roots; they are the bony walls which supported the tooth. These projections usually smooth out spontaneously. If not, they can be removed by Dr. Broadbent, Dr. Chandler, Dr. Hall, or Dr. McCormick.
  • If the corners of your mouth are stretched, they may dry out and crack. Your lips should be kept moist with an ointment such as vaseline.
  • Sore throat and pain when swallowing are not uncommon. The normal act of swallowing can then become painful. This will subside in 2-3 days.
  • Stiffness (Trismus) of the jaw muscles may cause difficulty in opening your mouth for a few days following surgery. This is a normal post-operative event which will resolve in time.

FINALLY

Your case is unique, no two mouths are alike. Discuss any problems with the trained experts best able to effectively help you:  Dr. BroadbentDr. ChandlerDr. Hall, or Dr. McCormick or your family dentist.

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