Having your Wisdom Teeth removed is a part of life for many people. How you care for your mouth and your body after the surgery can greatly effect your recovery time and level of comfort. These simple steps can help you prepare for your post-extraction recovery, greatly decreasing your chances of complications and unnecessary pain.
- Schedule for the best day
- Ask for help
- Eat right
- Rest
- Ice
- Keep anything you need close to the area you intend to rest in
- Rinse your mouth thoroughly with clean, fresh water on a regular basis
- Keep your head slightly elevated to reduce swelling
- Slowly and gently open and close your mouth regularly during your recovery
- Follow all instructions provided to you by your oral surgeon
By following these tips, you can help make your Wisdom Tooth extraction recovery period as fast and comfortable as possible. Click to read more…