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What to Do After a Tooth Extraction
If you need a tooth extraction, it’s important to prepare yourself for the precautions and care you’ll need after the procedure. In this post, we’ll go over the key dos and don’ts to bear in mind post-extraction.
Do: Rest
A tooth extraction may not feel like a major procedure, but you’re still putting your body through something. It deserves a rest! Free your schedule the day of the surgery, and the following day if you can, and put your feet up. You’ll be better for it!
Don’t: Munch
You should be able to eat after the extraction but do so with discretion. While the numbness remains, avoid solid foods or you could do some damage to your teeth or tongue. And as the numbness wears off, you may have some pain. Stick with soft foods or liquids like smoothies and soup.
Do: Have an Ice Pack Ready
Have an ice pack on hand for when you come home after your extraction procedure. This will help ease any pain or discomfort that may appear when the numbness starts to wear off. It’ll also target any swelling that you may experience in the first few days following the procedure.
Don’t: Use Straws or Cigarettes
Two things that you shouldn’t reach for after an extraction: straws and cigarettes. Both require a sucking motion that would disrupt your healing. Additionally, the chemicals that are present in cigarettes can slow down the healing process by preventing clotting and increasing the chance of dry socket. Wait at least 48 hours after the procedure before smoking a cigarette. Or better yet, give it up!
Extractions & Much More in Prescott, WI
You can count on Dr. J to take good care of you when you need a tooth extraction. Here at Scenic Bluffs Dental, we offer a comprehensive dental experience for you and your whole family! Whether you’re looking for a restoration, a cosmetic procedure, or just plain old preventive dentistry, we’re here for you! Don’t have a visit scheduled? Now’s the time to call our office or click the link below to contact us.
Dr. Jay and Dr. Clare
Scenic Bluffs Dental is headed by the husband and wife duo, Dr. Jay Feuillerat and Dr. Samantha Clare.
Dr. Jay Feuillerat blends scientific expertise with an artistic touch to craft custom smiles. He earned his biology degree from the University of Minnesota-Duluth. and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, where he was recognized for his exceptional work in prosthodontics and endodontics. Dr. Jay’s ongoing postgraduate education in contemporary, esthetic, and implant dentistry and digital dentistry highlights his commitment to providing reliable expert care. His dedication, passion, and experience make him a trusted authority in dental health.
Dr. Samantha Clare. has been passionate about dentistry since she was five. She earned her undergraduate degree in biology and management from St. Olaf College and her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota. Dr. Clare continually enhances her skills through advanced training in esthetic and implant dentistry, sedation dentistry, and more. Her involvement with the Spear Study Club and hands-on sessions with the Zimmer and Spear Institutes emphasize her commitment to evidence-based practice. Dr. Clare's dedication and expertise make her a trusted and authoritative figure in dentistry.
