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When can I resume normal activities after a tooth extraction?

When you search for a “dentist near me” because you’re experiencing a dental issue, you hope they will tell you everything is fine with your oral health. However, there is a possibility that you may have to undergo a tooth extraction if your Winter Springs dentist can’t save your tooth. If that happens, you’ll probably have questions about when you can resume your normal lifestyle afterward.

Tooth Extraction Aftercare

You should wait two to three days before resuming normal activities after your dentist removes your tooth. The reason for this is that too much strenuous activity could dislodge the blood clot where your tooth was removed. As a result, you could develop what is known as a dry socket, which can be extremely painful.

Here are some other things to keep in mind after a tooth extraction:

  • Do not eat hard foods for one day.
  • Do not use mouthwash for two days.
  • Do not smoke for three days.
  • Do not exercise for four days.
  • Do not drink coffee for five days.
  • Do not drink from a straw or spit forcefully for seven days.
  • Do not drink alcohol for ten days.

Do You Need Information on Tooth Extractions in Winter Springs, FL?

If you want to talk to a member of our dental team about tooth extractions or any other dental procedure, we are ready to take your call! At Advanced Dental Care, we want you to maintain the best oral health possible. You can reach us by calling (407) 696-6700.

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