After
oral surgery,
Dr. Whitlow suggests you protect the surgical area
 A blood clot should form in the wisdom tooth extraction site; this needs to
be protected for proper healing. Healing is a delicate process and
requires the restriction of certain activities; otherwise the blood clot
can be dislodged.
Oral Surgery Care And Things You Must Avoid:
- Sucking or blowing motions
- Smoking
- Drinking through a straw for 24
hours
- Rinsing your mouth vigorously
- Mouthwash (until your oral surgeon
approves its use)
- Cleaning teeth next to the extracted
site for the rest of the day
- Strenuous exercise for 24 hours
- Hot liquids or alcoholic beverages
For more information on care for clots and post-surgical care,
contact Kurt Whitlow DDS at (877) 468-5199 today.
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