DO: 

Bite with moderate pressure on gauze for 30 minutes 

Replace gauze every 10 minutes 

If bleeding continues, repeat for 30 minutes 

After 24 hours, you may rinse with warm salt water 

After 24 hours, brush teeth gently around extraction site. It is important to 

keep your mouth clean to prevent infection. 

Eat a soft diet for the first 24 hours. It is very important to eat. (Ex: Jell-O, pudding, yogurts, bake or mashed potatoes, soup, etc.) 

For mild pain, take a headache medication. 

DO NOT: 

Spit or rinse for 24 hours 

Smoke 

Drink through a straw 

Drink carbonated beverages (Ex: soda, beer, sparkling water, etc.) 

Drink alcoholic beverages 

Use alcohol based mouthwash for 3 days 

If you have any questions or concerns, please call the office: 865-288-0926 

*Emergency/ After hours text or call: 865-440-2427*