Although the tooth is the hardest bone in the human body, there are also problems that need to be removed. Although tooth extraction is not a major event, it is also a wound type operation. Maybe we have nothing to do after tooth extraction, and many people should do what they should do, but there are some precautions after tooth extraction. Let's take a concrete look at some!
What are the precautions after tooth extraction
It's best not to eat in 2 hours after tooth extraction. You should eat soft food, liquid food or semi liquid food on the same day. It's better to be warm and cold, and don't eat hard and overheated food. Chew on the other side. Don't touch the wound with your tongue or fingers to avoid bleeding or infection.
Don't spit too much
Don't gargle or spit on the same day to prevent bleeding or infection. Do not repeatedly suck or spit out blood clots due to bloody smell in the mouth, resulting in wound healing.
What should we pay attention to after tooth extraction
Talk less and rest more
Tooth extraction is a traumatic operation, postoperative should pay attention to rest, less talk, do not do strenuous exercise or heavy physical labor, do not smoke, drink, so as not to aggravate the pain and prolong the healing period of the wound.
Avoid brushing on the day of tooth extraction
Avoid brushing teeth on the day of tooth extraction, so as to avoid bleeding from the solidified wound again. You can gargle with mild mouthwash or light salt water. At the same time, you can avoid eating too hot or too hard and spicy food. You can eat more fruit juice or fruit puree rich in vitamins to supplement nutrition and promote wound healing.