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Surgical extractions are more complex than standard removals and may involve stitches, bone removal, or sectioning of the tooth. At ArtSmiles, your recovery is just as important as the procedure itself. Follow these guidelines closely to reduce the risk of infection, swelling, and dry socket.
Gauze pressure: Keep steady pressure on the gauze for 30–60 minutes. Replace it if bleeding continues.
Rest & elevate: Take it easy for the first 1–2 days. Keep your head elevated with pillows—even while sleeping.
Cold compress: Apply an ice pack to your cheek (10 min on, 10 min off) for the first 24–48 hours.
Take prescribed antibiotics and pain medication exactly as directed.
Start pain relief before the numbness wears off to stay ahead of discomfort.
Avoid alcohol and driving while taking strong pain relief.
First 3 days: stick to soft, cool or lukewarm foods (e.g., yogurt, smoothies, mashed potatoes, scrambled eggs).
Avoid: Hot food/drinks, spicy foods, nuts, chips, seeds, and anything that can get stuck in the sockets.
Do not use straws—suction can dislodge the blood clot and cause dry socket.
No rinsing, spitting, or brushing near the extraction site for the first 24 hours.
After 24 hours, gently rinse with warm salt water (1 tsp salt in a glass of water) 3–4 times a day—especially after meals.
Resume brushing the rest of your teeth as normal, but avoid the surgical sites for a few days.
Smoking or vaping for at least 72 hours (ideally 7 days). Smoking increases the risk of dry socket and infection.
Touching or poking the extraction area with fingers or tongue.
Vigorous rinsing.
Mild swelling and bruising are common and may last up to 7 days.
Mild bleeding or oozing for 1–2 days.
Stitches may dissolve on their own unless told otherwise.
Difficulty opening your mouth fully for several days (trismus).
It may take a few weeks for the tissue and bone to fully heal.
Severe or worsening pain after day 3 (may indicate dry socket)
Persistent bleeding that doesn’t stop with pressure
Fever, chills, or signs of infection
Pus or foul smell from the extraction site
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