Extractions

•  Advice following extractions
•  Follow your dentist's instructions regarding any gauze packs placed in your mouth at the end of your visit.
•  Use the spare pack, which your dentist will supply, if bleeding recurs. Apply biting pressure for 5-10 minutes
•  Take any pain killers that have been advised by your dentist as required.
•  DO NOT RINSE on day of extraction as this can disturb initial heeling.
•  Avoid smoking or exercise on the day of extraction.
•  Follow a soft diet
•  On the following day after extraction, rinse the mouth with warm salty water or antiseptic mouthwash as recommended by your dentist.

•  You may experience some swelling or discomfort for a few days after the extraction.

Contact the surgery if any pain persists or worsens, if swelling persists or worsens, or if the bleeding persists.