Protect the clot
Keep pressure on the gauze as instructed. Avoid rinsing forcefully, spitting repeatedly, smoking, vaping, or drinking through a straw in the early healing period.
General aftercare guidance after a tooth extraction at Ivy Dental Brisbane.
Aftercare
Tooth Extraction Aftercare
After an extraction, follow the instructions given by your dentist. The guidance below is general and should not replace advice specific to your case.
Call during opening hours for advice. Emergency appointments can be booked online at any time.
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Aftercare
What to know as you recover.
General aftercare guidance after a tooth extraction at Ivy Dental Brisbane.
Expect some soreness
Mild bleeding, swelling, and discomfort can occur. Your dentist will explain what is expected in your case and what medication instructions to follow.
Watch for change
If pain, swelling, bleeding, taste, or temperature symptoms are worsening rather than improving, call the clinic.
Keep this nearby
A short checklist for this stage.
- Follow the written instructions from your dentist
- Keep the area clean without disturbing the clot
- Choose soft foods while the area is tender
- Avoid smoking and vaping during early healing
- Call if symptoms worsen or you are unsure
Sources and scope
General information for the stage you are at.
This page does not replace an examination, the instructions from your treating dentist, or a written treatment plan.
Related next step
Keep the next action simple.
If recovery is not following the plan you were given, contact the clinic.