Tooth extraction site
by Amanda
Is this normal? It does look like a tooth also up above my gum is swollen like a ball shape is this normal? reply by Shelly ~ admin Hi Amanda, Tooth extraction sites look kind of whitish while they are healing and you could still have some swelling where the tooth was removed. The white tissue is part of a normal healing process and it can look like a tooth is still there. It should look less and less white every day. Removing a tooth traumatizes the bone and gum tissue near the tooth extraction site so swelling and soreness is very normal and should gradually improve. If the swelling doesn't improve, you should call your dentist...having it checked is the only way to know for sure that it is healing properly. Be sure to follow your dentist's tooth extraction care instructions... Most dentists and oral surgeons advise clients to avoid chewing in that area. A soft diet is a good idea. Try to leave it undisturbed as much as possible. An antibiotic or pain medicine may be prescribed. Gently rinsing the area after the first 24 hours is sometimes recommended. After care instructions vary. If you have questions regarding tooth extraction care, ask your dentist. something you want to avoid... When a tooth is removed, a blood clot forms in the socket...the hole that is left after the tooth is gone. The clot is needed to help the tooth extraction site heal properly. A dry socket occurs a few days after a tooth extraction if the blood clot comes out. A dry socket is very painful. Taking good care of your tooth extraction site will make getting a dry socket less likely. Here is some additional info on tooth extraction care. This article is about wisdom teeth, but some of the information applies to any tooth extraction Wisdom Tooth Complications Thanks for writing:) ~Shelly~ |
