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Patient Instructions
Post-Extraction Care Instructions
A clear patient handout for care after tooth extraction, including bleeding, pain, diet, hygiene, activity, warning signs, and contact details.
Best used for
Where this helps inside the clinic.
Extraction appointments
Emergency care
Post-op follow-up
Resource structure
What the resource should help your team capture.
First 24 Hours
Explain immediate care.
Bite on gauze
Do not rinse forcefully
Avoid straws
Rest
No smoking or vaping
Pain and Swelling
Give safe, clinician-approved guidance.
Medication instructions
Cold compress
Expected soreness
When to call
Eating and Hygiene
Guide diet and cleaning.
Soft foods
Hydration
Gentle brushing
Salt-water rinse timing if advised
Warning Signs
List reasons to contact the clinic.
Heavy bleeding
Fever
Increasing swelling
Severe pain
Bad taste or odor
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