How to Clean Your Teeth After Wisdom Tooth Extraction

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How to Clean Your Teeth After Wisdom Tooth Extraction

A dentist may need to extract a wisdom tooth when keeping it poses health risks to the patient, especially if it's affected by conditions like tooth decay or gum inflammation.

There are specific guidelines to follow for oral hygiene after a wisdom tooth extraction, according to Healthline and the UK’s National Health Service (NHS).

Tips for Cleaning Your Teeth After Wisdom Tooth Extraction:

Brush Gently:
Typically, dentists allow patients to resume brushing a few days after the procedure. However, it's important to brush gently and avoid the surgical site until it fully heals.

Change Your Toothbrush:
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), you should replace your toothbrush every 3 to 4 months to prevent bacterial or viral infections, especially around the extraction area.

Use Mouthwash:
Starting the day after the extraction, rinse your mouth with an antiseptic mouthwash or warm salt water. This helps eliminate bacteria and protects the surgical site from infection.

Post-Extraction Tips:

Take antibiotics prescribed by your doctor.

Use pain relievers as needed to manage discomfort after the extraction.

Avoid strenuous physical activity for a few days, including exercise.

Refrain from smoking for at least 24 hours.

Avoid hot beverages for the first 24 hours to prevent dislodging the blood clot, which is essential for healing.

Eat soft foods after the extraction, and chew on the opposite side of the mouth away from the surgical site.

Do not drive for 24 hours if the procedure was done under local anesthesia, or for 48 hours if general anesthesia was used.

Visit your dentist at the scheduled follow-up appointment to check the healing process.


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