Rules after tooth extraction
- Do not flush. Flushing could remove the blood clot and expose the bone and cause very painful inflammation. The blood clot is actually a plug that prevents food from settling in the wound after extraction, over time it turns into bone.
- In the first hours after extraction, do not eat and do not smoke for a few days ( smoking can complicate wound healing after extraction).
- Maintain oral hygiene.
- Avoid hot drinks (they can worsen swelling and promote wound bleeding).
- Maintain a restful regime (no sports).
- Preferably no alcohol.
- Dampen pain with stronger analgesics (Aulin). The first analgesics should be taken while the local anaesthetic is still working.
- It is advisable to apply cold (not ice) compresses or ice cream without nuts.
- If there is increased soreness, fever, swelling or any other problem, it is necessary to see a dentist.
