After You Have an Extraction

1. Bite down on the gauze we have given you for at least 45 minutes or until bleeding has ceased. Repeat as necessary.
2. If bleeding continues, first try using a wet tea bag (non-herbal) as this contains tannic acid which is a natural coagulant and will help to cause a clot.
3. The next day, rinse with warm salt water, approx. 1 teaspoon salt to ½ cup water. Swish for 60 seconds and do this 3-4 times daily for the next few days.
4. Refrain from smoking, spitting, slurping, using a straw, or swishing for 24 hours after you have your extraction.
5. Use a soft diet, medium hot, non spicy, and no carbonated drinks or citric acid juice until initial healing (usually 1-2 days). Examples such as soups, spaghetti, and soft sandwiches are good food choices.
6. Use the prescribed pain meds and antibiotics as directed by Dr. Roth.
7. Call our office if you have any concerns.

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