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Day after procedure: • Begin eating solid foods the next day or as soon as you can chew comfortably. • For the first few days, try to chew food on the side opposite the extraction site. • When it feels comfortable, you should resume chewing on both sides of your mouth. u Other things you should know • Avoid alcoholic beverages or mouthwash that has alcohol in it for 24 hours. • Limit physical activity like exercise or lifting heavy objects for 24 hours after the extraction. This will reduce bleeding and help the blood clot to form. • If you do get a dry socket, report it to your dentist right away. A dressing may be placed in the socket to protect it until the socket heals and to reduce any pain. Do not disturb the blood clot that forms in the tooth socket! The blood clot that forms in the tooth socket is an important part of the normal healing process. You should avoid doing things that might disturb the clot. If the blood clot is disturbed and breaks down, you can get a dry socket. Dry sockets can be extremely painful. To lower your risk of a dry socket, be very careful to not do anything that can disturb the clot. For the first 24 hours, do not suck, spit, slurp, or any other action that creates suction in your mouth and puts pressure on your blood clot. This means: • Do not drink through a straw • Do not smoke (smoking can also prevent your gums from healing properly) • Do not suck on candy, popsicles, lollipops, etc. • Do not slurp up soups or other liquids • Do not rinse your mouth with too much force TALK TO YOUR DENTIST BEST SELLER Tooth Extraction: Post-Operative Instructions Every extraction patient should have this handy brochure! It provides general guidelines and post- operative instructions for tooth extractions to promote healing, prevent complications, and make the experience more comfortable. Your patients are bound to have some preconceived notions of the process. This brochure has information they need on what to expect – and how to watch out for abnormalities. Includes space to add custom contact numbers and special instructions. W119 English, 8 panels, 50 per pack W243 Spanish PERSONALIZE IT! DAB008 Manage patient expectations of wisdom teeth surgery with this combo of brochures. BEFORE SURGERY: • Your dentist will explain what to expect and help you plan for the appointment. Advice will probably include dressing comfortably in loose clothing and arranging for someone to be with you after your dental visit. • Extractions are usually performed under local anesthesia. This means you stay “awake” but your mouth is numbed with a pain medication. You can discuss with your dentist the types of anesthesia and pain- or anxiety- reducing medication to determine what is right for you. • Talk to your dentist about any questions you have about the procedure. He or she will also tell you how you can get advice after office hours if you have any problems after surgery. • Before surgery is scheduled, it’s especially important to tell your dentist about past illnesses and current medications you are taking — this should include both prescription and over-the-counter drugs. AFTER SURGERY: • Be prepared to rest and avoid vigorous activity. Specific length of recovery time will vary from person to person, so be sure to follow your dentist’s instructions on when you can return to normal activities. • Avoid solid foods that require a lot of chewing. Stick to soft foods and liquids, but do not drink with a straw. The “sucking” action could make the wound site take longer to heal. • You may experience some swelling and discomfort. This is normal, but your dentist will talk to you about what you can do to help manage any discomfort and swelling you may have. • You may also experience numbness in your face/jaw. • Be sure to know how to reach your dentist during non-office hours in case you have any questions or concerns about the healing process. If your wisdom teeth are impacted, taking them out early may save you trouble and pain later in life. Not everyone’s teeth develop on the same schedule. See your dentist regularly so he or she can monitor the progress of your wisdom teeth. What Can You Expect? re Wisdom needed for chewing and sh and floss. Your dentist emoval of your wisdom . SEE YOUR DENTIST REGULARLY blems that are seen om teeth. These isdom tooth partially e gum and creates an teria may enter. Pain, iffness may result. ng of nearby teeth m tooth without jaw or one that cyst) or tumor ear an impacted urrounding bone n perform wisdom wever, if your dentist pecial care, you may al and maxillofacial ul) surgeon. This is lizes in surgery of sues of the mouth, l of impacted wisdom l dentist refers you o will work together the best and most ith Wisdom Teeth Your Wisdom Teeth This useful brochure encourages patients to have a dentist monitor wisdom-tooth development. Tells why and when wisdom teeth need to be removed and what to expect before and after the procedure. Includes photo and radiograph of impacted teeth. W127 6 panels, 50 per pack PERSONALIZE IT! DAB010 Pricing for Brochures BEST SELLER 3 Tooth Replacement Options This best-selling booklet has been updated to help you and your patients more thoroughly review each available option for tooth replacement. This booklet can be used as an additional resource to help them understand their options more easily. Covers benefits of implants, fixed bridges, and removable partial dentures. W293 12-page booklet, 50 per pack PERSONALIZE IT! Prices on page 98 12-panel brochure DAB032 | 12-page booklet DAB090 Pricing for 3 Tooth Replacement Options PACKS MEMBER RETAIL 1 $35.00 $52.50 2-9 $29.75 $44.65 10+ $26.25 $39.35 Includes a comparison chart to help your patients choose the best option! Spanish also available! PERSONALIZED BROCHURES QTY MEMBER RETAIL 150 $82.50 $124.00 400 $196.00 $300.00 800 $360.00 $540.00 STANDARD BROCHURES PACKS MEMBER RETAIL 1 $28.00 $42.00 2-9 $23.80 $35.70 10+ $21.00 $31.50 PATIENT EDUCATION 74 ORDER BY PHONE: 800.947.4746 EXTRACTIONS | RESTORATIVE TREATMENT ORDER ONLINE: ADACATALOG.ORG 75