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After an extraction?

April 26, 2017extraction

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After an extraction?

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It is normal for bleeding to occur for about 24 hours after an extraction. Leave the gauze supplied by the dentist in place and put pressure on it. Do not chew on gauze. If bleeding continues, call. Do not suck on area or use a straw for at least 48 hours. You should have a soft diet for the first 48 hours. If the area feels a little better you, can move to a more normal diet. Don’t push it. It is still a wound site and must heal adequately. It is normal to experience some degree of swelling. If you do indeed experience swelling, you can place ice over the area for 20-30 minutes at a time for the first 24 hours. This will help. Do not use ice after the first 36 hours. For discomfort, Tylenol or Ibuprofin is recommended. If pain persists please call.