Wisdom teeth aftercare

When you are finally finished with your long tooth extraction journey, aftercare is a very important point. After wisdom teeth extraction, the doctor will put a small cotton ball or gauze roll on the extraction site, you have to bite it for about 30 minutes to 1 hour, which can help to stop the bleeding. it is best not to spit out or gargle for 24 hours, or it may cause the wound to bleed again. Rest and take a break after extraction, don't do strenuous exercise, it's best not to eat for 2 hours after extraction, after this time you can eat some soft food or semi-liquid food, avoid food that is too hot or hard, it will irritate the wound, don't chew with the side where the tooth is extracted. Don't brush your teeth or rinse your mouth for 24 hours after the extraction, also to protect the wound. after 24 hours, you can brush your teeth gently without touching the extraction site. Keep an eye on the wound at all times. If you notice uncomfortable symptoms such as a lot of bleeding, constant pain, or fever, go to the hospital promptly. Smoking and drinking will affect the wound healing, it is better not to smoke and drink for a while after tooth extraction.