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Do's and Don'ts after Wisdom Tooth Extraction

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  Tooth extraction or the removal of a tooth is one of the inevitable procedures, which has to be done sometimes. Many patients haven’t experienced any tooth extraction surgery before and so it becomes very important for the Doctor to educate patients about what to do and what not to do after tooth extraction. Here is a list that can help you to prepare yourself for an upcoming tooth extraction- Do this After Tooth Extraction Apply Pressure pack for 30-45 minutes after extraction. Do not speak or take anything during that period, as it could disturb the clot & bleeding might resume from the site. Rest and recuperate- Rest properly, do not rush into exercising for at least 24 hours. Just keep your head in an upright position and let your body relax. Avoid bending or stooping,immediately after extraction,because doing so might increase the bleeding or dislodge the clot. Resting will also improve your immune system & help you get  back to routine. Applying ice packs on th...