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Blood clot was removed with the gauze pad after tooth extraction. what to do if i have no gauze pads available?
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Clot removed: Don't replace the gauze. Keep your mouth clean, stay hydrated and allow it to heal. A little blood mixed in with saliva is normal.
Answered 5/25/2018
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Tea bags: If the socket is still bleeding, you can moisten a tea bag and use it like gauze. If it is not bleeding, you don't need to do anything.
Answered 5/25/2018
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