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Possible reasons for bleeding gums after wisdom tooth extraction?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Blood clot: The blood clot may have become dislodged. Bite on sterile gauze for 15 minutes and avoid rinsing or disturbing the new clot. See your surgeon if it continues.

Answered 5/6/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Bleeding gums: Some oozing of blood may occur the first day after wisdom tooth extraction and is very common. Don't rinse your mouth, place a gauze on your bleeding gum and bite on it for around 10-15 minutes. It should stop the bleeding. Repeat as needed.

Answered 11/15/2016

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