"What is the proper care after oral surgery?"
Your mouth should be gently
(not vigorously) rinsed with warm salt water the day after
oral surgery.
Add ½ teaspoon salt to one-cup warm water. Be sure to rinse after eating
to keep food particles out of the wisdom tooth extraction site.Brush your teeth twice daily with a
soft-bristled toothbrush. Brushing your tongue is also advised to
eliminate bad breath and the unpleasant taste that often accompanies
oral surgery. Floss at least
once a day, too.
Follow our
instructions carefully after dental surgery.
Contact our office
if:
- Numbness doesn't subside within a
few hours;
- You experience nausea or vomiting;
or
- You have severe pain, swelling,
bleeding, or fever in the wisdom tooth extraction area.

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