Post Operative Instructions for an Extraction

1. NO SPITTING- if you need to spit, tilt head to opposite side and allow saliva to flow out from side of the mouth.
2. NO RINSING with water, hydrogen peroxide, or mouthwash after the extraction for one week.
3. NO drinking with a straw.
4. NO SMOKING
5. NO ASPIRIN
6. Change gauze every hour, after the extraction, until bleeding stops.
7. Use warm water and salt rinses, the day after the extraction.
   • Gently swish water around in the mouth
   • Tilt head to opposite side, and allow water to flow out from the side of the mouth.
   • Continue to rinse with warm water and salt until healing process begins
8. If bleeding continues for a long period of time, place a teabag in the open area and down on it until bleeding stops.
9. If any swelling occurs, place a cold ice pack against swollen face.
10. Eat soft food and chew on the opposite side of the mouth, until the area has healed.
11. When brushing teeth be careful brushing on the side with open area.

NOTE: Please follow these instructions to avoid any post-operative complications. Please contact the office for any further questions or if any problems occur.

Your state of well-being is important to us.
*If any bleeding continues for more than 24 hours please contact the office immediately.