Tooth Extraction

1. Impacted wisdom tooth
2. Grossly decayed tooth
3. Tooth affected by advanced gum disease
4. Tooth with failed endodontic treatment
5. Space creation for orthodontic treatment

For a simple tooth extraction, primary wound healing would be observed within 2 to 3 days. For a surgical tooth extraction, primary wound healing will take place within 7 to 10 days. Any stitches placed would be removed after this time and thereafter, it would take around 8-10 weeks for the socket to fully recover.

1. Here are some post-operative instructions that you may be advised to follow

   1. Do not spit or rinse for at least 24 hours
   2. Consume soft, cold, and soothing food after the procedure
   3. Avoid drinking alcohol as it dries up the socket and prevents blood clot formation
   4. Avoid smoking
   5. Avoid eating hot and spicy food
   6. Avoid eating sticky and hard food that might get trapped in the extraction socket
   7. Rest well for the day
   1. Brush gently with a soft-bristled toothbrush
   2. Mouthwash can be used from the 2nd day onwards
   3. Take the medications as prescribed, including over-the-counter painkillers, and complete the course of antibiotics if any
   4. Avoid strenuous activity that increases the blood pressure and heart rate for at least 2-3 days which may induce the onset of bleeding