Precautions to Follow After Having a Tooth Extraction

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Precautions to Follow After Having a Tooth
Extraction
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Whether it's a rotten tooth or a much deeper
issue, tooth extraction is a necessity to prevent
future complications.
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Here are the precautions to follow after having a
tooth extraction.
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Make arrangements for a ride home
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It's advisable to have a trustworthy friend or
family member there to take you home after tooth
extraction.
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You will be heavily sedated medicated to avoid
immediate pain so don't put yourself and others
at risk by driving under the influence.
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Rest, rest, and more rest
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After tooth extraction, you're going to be
drained and you need to take complete rest as you
will be sedated.
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This will help to expedite your recovery and make
you feel better.
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Keep ice packs handy
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After the medication wears off, the pain is bound
to set in ice packs will help to alleviate pain
and provide some relief.
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Doing this also minimizes swelling, something
you're bound to experience.
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Prepare before your appointment
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After your extraction, you won't have the energy
to take care of even the smallest of tasks.
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That's why it's advised to have your food,
materials, and responsibilities are taken care of
prior to your extraction.
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Avoid solid food
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As part of your preparation methods, purchase
soft foods ahead of time as that will make you
feel better.
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Depending on your specific extraction, your
doctor will let you know when you're allowed to
eat solids again.
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Keep taking your meds
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Keep taking your medication as this will help you
to fight off infections and prevent the spread of
bacteria.
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You want to make sure your recovery process is
smooth and as painless as possible.
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Avoid straws
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This is one of the primary rules of tooth
extraction wisdom teeth specifically as using
straws can create air holes within your mouth.
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These painful air pockets are filled with
bacteria and can cause serious infections.
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Avoid blood thinners
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Blood thinners like Aspirin thins your blood and
prevents your body from healing naturally.
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That's why it's imperative to do exactly what
your doctor says so you can have flawless healing.
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