Tooth Removal Aftercare

🦷 Post-Extraction Care: Heal Well, Heal Right

Just had a tooth removed? Proper care in the first 24–72 hours is key to a smooth, pain-free recovery. Here’s your go-to guide for healing after a tooth extraction:

🩸 First Few Hours: Control Bleeding

• Bite down firmly on the gauze pad placed by your dentist for 30–45 minutes. If bleeding continues, replace with a fresh one and bite again.

• Do not spit, rinse, or use a straw for the first 24 hours—it can dislodge the blood clot and delay healing.

❄️ Reduce Swelling & Discomfort

• Apply an ice pack on the outside of your cheek (20 minutes on, 20 minutes off) for the first few hours.

• Take prescribed painkillers or antibiotics as directed.

🍲 Eat Soft, Cool Foods

• Stick to soft foods like curd rice, khichdi, upma, mashed potatoes, smoothies, or lukewarm soups.

• Avoid hot, spicy, crunchy, or hard foods for a few days.

🚭 Avoid These During Recovery

• No smoking, alcohol, or vigorous rinsing for at least 48–72 hours.

• Don’t touch the area with your tongue, fingers, or any objects.

🛌 Rest & Heal

• Rest well and keep your head elevated while sleeping to reduce swelling.

• Avoid strenuous activity for 24–48 hours.

• Report to the clinic after 7 to 10 days for removing the stitches, if placed.

⚠️ Call Us If You Notice:

• Persistent bleeding beyond 4–6 hours

• Severe pain that doesn’t improve

• Swelling that worsens after 3 days

• Fever or foul smell/taste from the site

At Crown’d Dental Clinic, your healing is our priority. Reach out to us anytime if you’re unsure or need support post-treatment. 💙

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