Give your child a BIG HUG they are very BRAVE!
• Take Panadol when you get home if required
• If bleeding occurs, bite on the pack supplied, for 10min. If bleeding continues, contact dentist on mobile Dentist number: 1300 555 555, page 177 776 or go to your nearest local hospital if dentist not contactable
• Blood stained saliva in normal
• Blood on the pillow is normal
• Your child may have numb lips/tongue/cheeks for another 3 hours – don’t bite, or pinch numbed area
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HEALING
After a tooth extraction, a blood clot forms in the tooth socket. This clot is an important part of the normal healing process. You should avoid activities that might disturb the clot. Here’s how to protect it:
ACTIVITY
• Have a relaxing day – avoid running around
• No spitting
• No rinsing
EATING
• No hot food, luke warm or room temperature are good
• No spicy food, no crunchy or sticky food
• From the next day – warm salty water rinses after each meal
CLEANING YOUR TEETH
Make sure to supervise your child tonight while they brush their teeth, its all about gentle brushing after a dental extraction.
As always if you are worried about your child after any dental extraction, please do not hesitate to contact us on 03 9372 8960 during our practice hours or after hours on mobile dentist number 1300 555 555, page 177 776 or go to your nearest local hospital.