Tooth extraction surgery often leads to the continuous pain of varying degrees for several weeks.
There are some additional care from the patient’s side, beside post surgery medication.
1. ( Clove oil )
Clove oil is usually used as a first aid that numb your mouth. Clove oil is not recommended for children. It should be used in small amount by dipping it on a piece of cotton/tissue .
2. ( Warm salt water )
Salt water has ability to stop the bacteria from breeding in our mouth, salt water also promotes healing and can be used post tooth decay surgery.
3. ( Tea bag )
Post-tooth extraction surgery might be experienced with bleeding in the mouth. Tea bags are of great help to stop the bleeding. Dentist often recommend black tea bag boiled in water for a few minutes to be used on the affected area for 5 minutes for relief.
4. ( Mouth wash )
Mouth wash advised during the first 24 hours after the surgery. It is an alternative option instead of brushing the teeth for the first few weeks. Washing mouth and use salt water every 2 hours for a week after the surgery reduce pain at a faster pace.
What should not do after tooth extraction?
- Do not smoking and drinking alcohol ( Drinking alcohol and smoking after tooth extraction dissolves the clot and healing process takes long time.
- Avoid to lying flat and using a pillow to prop the head up and lessen bleeding.
- Do not brush the pain area.
- Avoid solids food and just eat soft food items, such as soup and juice in the first-week.
