Composite Restoration

Sensitivity on and around the restored tooth is normal especially for the first 2-3 days and can last for up to 6 weeks.
If sensitive try to avoid chewing on the sensitive tooth for the first 2-3 days.
If sensitivity increases please contact DentalCare studio immediately.

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Extraction of a tooth

Bleeding Some bleeding may occur. Placing a piece of moist gauze over the empty tooth socket and biting down firmly for 45 minutes can control this, or use a normal moistened tea bag to bite down on.

Blood clots that form in the empty socket: This is an important part of the healing process and you must be careful not to dislodge the clot.

• Avoid rinsing or spitting for 24 hours after the extraction.

• Avoid use of a straw, smoking or hot liquids.

Swelling: If swelling occurs you can place ice on your face for 10 minutes and off for 20 minutes. Repeat this cycle as you feel necessary for up to 24 hours.

Pain and Medication: If you experience pain you may use non-prescription pain relief medications such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen.

Eating: For most extractions just make sure you do your chewing away from the extraction site. Stay away from hot liquids and alcoholic beverages for 24 hours. A liquid diet may be recommended for 24 hours.

Brushing and Cleaning: After the extraction, avoid brushing the teeth near the extraction site for one day. After that, you can resume gentle cleaning. Avoid commercial mouth rinses, as they tend to irritate the site. Beginning 24 hours after the extraction you can rinse with salt water (1/2 teaspoon in a cup of water) after meals and before bed. Let salt water rest in check – do not gargle.

Dry Socket: Dry socket occurs when a blood clot fails to form in the socket where the tooth has been extracted or the clot has been dislodged, and the healing is significantly delayed.

Following the post extraction instructions will reduce the chances of developing dry socket. Dry sockets manifest themselves as a dull throbbing pain, which doesn’t appear until three or four days after the extraction. The pain can be moderate to severe and radiate from the extraction area. Dry socket may cause a bad taste or bad breath and the extraction site appears dry. Dr Rossouw will apply a medicated dressing to the dry socket to soothe the pain.

Continue to use any medications that you were drinking before the extraction.

Ladies please remember that antibiotics may interfere with the effects of the contraceptive pill.

Extraction of upper back molar teeth may involve the sinus. To prevent problems developing, please be careful not to blow your nose hard, sneeze through a closed mouth or suck on anything for at least 7 days.

If you are experiencing extreme pain or a fowl smell in your mouth after 2-3 days, please contact DentalCare Studio to book an appointment.