Teabags: Boil a couple of teabags and place them under the gauze on top of the bleed. The caffeine in the teabag causes vasoconstriction and might help. If it doesn't, call your dentist in the morning if the bleed is slow. If it is fast, go to urgent Care.
Answered 6/9/2017
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Ext bleeding: Roll up sterile gauze and keep in place with mouth closed for 45 minutes. A wet tea bag works even better. Keep head elevated. Limit activity. Do not rinse, suck through a straw or spit out. If bleeding persists call your dentist.
Answered 11/28/2017
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More Gauze: Wrap the gauze into a tight ball and place directly over the socket(s). Bite down on the gauze and keep biting, placing pressure on the wound for 15 minutes. Repeat as needed. Bleeding should subside, otherwise call your surgeon.
Answered 6/8/2017
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Hang in there.: Seepage (slow bleeding) can be normal for a day or more following surgery like you've had. Some ideas are: Change the gauze every 30-40 minutes as long as moderate bleeding continues; you can also apply a tea-bag to the site. Ice the area, keep your head elevated (don't lay flat), and avoid using or brushing the area. Whatever els you do, follow the directions your surgeon gave you.
Answered 6/11/2017
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