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Why cant you rinse with salt water for the first 24 hours after a tooth extraction?
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∙ 9y ago
When you have a tooth extracted, the blood needs to clot for healing purposes. Rinsing with salt water can hinder the formation of a blood clot; this is why rinsing is not recommended in the first 24 hours after an extraction.
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What aftercare is prescribed following a tooth extraction?
Once the clot is formed, it should not be disturbed. The patient should not rinse, spit, drink with a straw, or smoke for at least 24 hours
Can you have a glass of milk 8 hours after the tooth extraction?
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What to do if the gum next to tooth extraction site hurts?
You must rinse with water and salt. If the pain remains a few weeks after your dental extraction, or if you feel swelling, then you must consult your dentist.
Can you use alcohol free mouthwash instead of salt water to rinse mouth after tooth extraction?
Following a tooth extraction, it is recommended that you cleanse your mouth with a mild saline solution as opposed to a chemical mouthwash, with or without alcohol. The salt water will not irritate the open lesion from the extraction like a chemical cocktail would.
When should I rinse my mouth after a wisdom tooth extraction?
My doctor's directions were to wait 24 hours before brushing my teeth. I bought a baby toothbrush for the teeth directly next to the extraction site; this give better control so that the extraction site is not hit during the brushing process. Also, they say to "drool" out and NOT spit for 1 week following the extraction, as this may rupture the blood clot. The same is true for ALL mouthwashes - do NOT use. The 1 tsp salt in 1cup of luke warm water mixture is to be gently moved around the extraction site, by the tilting of the head - do NOT swish, as this may rupture the blood clot. It's best to wait about a week after the extraction to brush your teeth. 24 hours after the extraction you can rinse with warm water and salt. Do not swish but very gently move your head to move the water in your mouth. Its best to "drool" it out. Do not spit or swish as this can remove the blood clots and cause dry socket which is very very painful.
Is it normal to bleed after 48 hours of extraction?
No, if you are still bleeding 48 hrs after a tooth extraction, consult your dentist. If it is another type of extraction, your question should be more specific.
Can you give a sentence with the word subsided?
The pain in his jaw subsided a few hours after the tooth extraction.
What do you do if you feel light headed after wisdom tooth extraction?
When a wisdom tooth is extracted, the anesthesia may take time to wear out. This is why someone may feel drowsy hours after the extraction. It is a good idea to just take a short nap.
Can a upper tooth extraction effect sinus?
Yes, the extraction of an upper tooth can affect the sinuses.
I got a fever within hours of tooth extraction could this be related?
Yes, it is your body's way of dealing with pain!
How long until you can smoke a bong after tooth extraction?
You can. However it might be illegal in some jurisdictions.
Can you get a massage after your tooth extraction?
No
