Question 1

how long after having a tooth extraction(1 week ago) and dry socket packing (2 days ago) should the swelling in my face go down.?

Accepted Answer

Usually a few days: This may take longer since you had  a dry socket which means that you lost the original blood clot that was filling the area where the tooth was removed. That area is still irritated. Try trameel from health food store. Get the liquid and place 6 drops under tongue four times a day for a few days.

Question 2

i done wisdom teeth extraction yesterday (2 teeth). i feel sorethroat is it because of infection? i compressed with cold ice pack n took the medicine.

Accepted Answer

It is normal: You may experience sore throat, headache and earache  temporarily for 2-3 days as a result of your wisdom teeth surgery. Again, a sore throat and pain when swallowing are common.

Question 3

can i shower after a tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

Mgt: The dentist typically will apply a packing material. If you are careful and avoid water in the mouth, it should be fine. Monitor for signs of infection, such as fever.

Question 4

what can i eat after baby tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

Like any extraction: Removal of baby tooth involved trauma to the tissues like an adult tooth.  The healing process is similar.  Avoid hot/spicy foods and foods that are tough to chew.  For the next three to four days, keep the wound site clean especially after meals.  Ice pack around the outside of face where the extraction was done will help with swelling.

Question 5

soccer after tooth extraction, is this okay?

Accepted Answer

extraction: It would be a good idea to wait a day and make sure you feel well enough to play at your usual level.  Your body needs to heal.

Question 6

can i eat spicy food after tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

Do you want pain?: Spicy foods irritate healing tissue and keep them from properly heal.  Don't interfere with the healing process.

Question 7

what is safe to eat after a tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

Soft food: You should stick to soft diet to avoid traumatizing the area.

Question 8

is a bubble over tooth extraction site normal?

Accepted Answer

It is normal: Your blood pocket (bubble ) is normal, please leave it be. Disturbance of this clot can lead to increased bleeding or the loss of the blood clot and dry socket. Take care.

Question 9

is it okay to eat curry after tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

NO: An extraction is a would in the mouth. Would you cut your hand and put salt in the wound? No
same thing. Nothing too spicy, too hot, too grainy.

Question 10

does dental insurance cover a tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

Usually: Depends on your particular coverage just how much, but all I know of has some coverage for an extraction. Check with your representative. Good Luck.

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How long after having a tooth extraction(1 week ago) and dry socket packing (2 days ago) should the swelling in my face go down.?

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I done wisdom teeth extraction yesterday (2 teeth). i feel sorethroat is it because of infection? i compressed with cold ice pack n took the medicine.

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Can i shower after a tooth extraction?

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What can i eat after baby tooth extraction?

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Soccer after tooth extraction, is this okay?

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Can i eat spicy food after tooth extraction?

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What is safe to eat after a tooth extraction?

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Is it okay to eat curry after tooth extraction?

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Does dental insurance cover a tooth extraction?

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