Extractions

Dental Extractions | Clarksville, TN

Postextraction Instructions, Cumberland Surgical Arts and Associates, PLLC

  • PrescriptionsIf you receive a prescription for pain medication, follow the directions on the bottle. You will begin alternating over-the-counter ibuprofen (400 to 600 mg) with your pain medication. Take no other pain medication or sedatives without first discussing with your doctor. Do not operate a motor vehicle or machinery (lawn mower, etc.) while taking pain medication. Do not take ibuprofen if you have been intolerant of this medication in the past. Take with food if the medication upsets your stomach or causes nausea.
  • BleedingThere is gauze over the tooth sockets. Bite firmly on the gauze for 30 minutes to an hour. If bleeding returns, place new folded gauze and bite firmly for another 30 minutes. Slight oozing of blood is normal for 12 to 24 hours after extractions. Do not eat or sleep with gauze in your mouth! Bleeding should never be severe. If so, it usually means that the gauze is being clenched between teeth only and are not exerting pressure on the surgical areas. Try repositioning the gauze more posteriorly. If bleeding persists or becomes heavy you may substitute a tea bag (soaked in very hot water, squeezed damp-dry and wrapped in moist gauze) for 20 or 30 minutes. If you experience bright red bleeding, please call your doctor.
  • PainTake your first pain pill when your prescription is filled. It is better to take pain medication with a small snack or following a meal. If your pain increases dramatically several days after surgery, please notify your doctor.
  • Rinsing – DO NOT rinse or spit today. Tomorrow, begin gentle rinsing with the medicated mouthwash prescribed. If you were not prescribed a mouthwash, you will begin gentle rinsing with warm salt water (one teaspoon table salt in 12 ounces of warm tap water) after each meal and at bedtime. You may carefully brush your teeth beginning tonight.
  • DietTake only liquids or very soft food today. Advance your diet tomorrow as tolerated. Avoid hot, spicy foods for one week. Do not use a straw for the first four days after surgery. It is sometimes advisable, but not absolutely required, to confine the first day’s intake to liquids or pureed foods (soups, puddings, yogurt, milk shakes, etc.). It is best to avoid foods like nuts, sunflower seeds, popcorn, rice, oatmeal, eggs, or tortilla chips that may get lodged in the socket areas. It is important not to skip meals! If you take nourishment regularly you will feel better, gain strength, have less discomfort and heal faster. If you have diabetes, maintain your normal eating habits or follow instructions given by your doctor.
  • Sharp Edges - If you feel something hard or sharp edges in the surgical areas, it is likely you are feeling the bony walls that once supported the extracted teeth. Occasionally, small slivers of bone may work themselves out during the following week or so. If they cause concern or discomfort, please call our office at 931-552-3292.
  • SwellingSwelling and bruising are normal during the first two to three days. An ice pack on each side of the lower jaw for the first 24 hours will decrease pain and swelling. Swelling can also be controlled by elevating your head on two pillows while sleeping. If swelling dramatically increases after several days, please notify your doctor. (No heating pad for the first 2-3 days as this can increase swelling.)
  • Smoking – DO NOT smoke or use chewing tobacco for at least one week. The heat and toxic chemicals in cigarette smoke are harmful to healing wounds and increase the chance of dry sockets.
  • Stitches You may notice some stitches in your mouth. These will dissolve over one or two weeks. Do not be concerned if you lose a stitch prior to the return appointment.
  • Irrigation – If instructed by your surgeon, you may begin irrigating with the syringe provided 2 days after surgery. Irrigate the lower extraction sites with warm water two to three times per site after EACH meal or snack.

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"I came to get my wisdom teeth removed and Dr. Lee, Auttie, Court, and Destiny were all an amazing team to get to work with. Everything went so smooth and I was so comfortable with all of them! And Dr. Lee has been the only person to ever get an IV in my arm first try so that was amazing😂 Will definitely recommend them for any dental work and will return for any work I need. Fantastic office!"

"I had such a Great Experience here with everyone that helped me from checking in to the procedure! I had Dr.Griffith and I honestly have never had a more wonderful dentist ever! He was very kind and walked me through everything that was going to happen! I appreciate everyone for making this a Great experience for me being so scared!! I would highly recommend to anyone!"

"Absolutely wonderful experience with my 7 year old son.. He was born with a supernumerary tooth between his two front teeth. Dr. Lee put all of my worries to ease promptly on Monday afternoon and said he may have an opening Wednesday due to my son leaving state on Saturday. His staff worked us in 8 am Wednesday morning. It's a 2 hour drive one way, but it was so totally worth it. He explained everything to my son in a way he could understand it. My son was in and out (under anesthesia) in about 1.5hr start to finish. I was also impressed with Dr. Lee's career history. Being my child, i research heavily on the doctors we chose. Dr. Lee graduated in Chicago, then moved on to be chief resident at Vanderbuilt in Nashville. He even did some amazing things in Texas. I could not recommend a better DDS or MD for any dental matter!! Very professional and accomplished individual. He seems to have great empathy for his patients. Wonderful doctor, thank you so very much to you and your nurses!!!!!! (Ps thanks for the tooth he thinks its the coolest 🤣)"

"Dr.Griffith and his assistant Jessie were absolutely the best in caring for my needs and extractions of the teeth I needed taken out, the level of comfort was top notch and the staff were as friendly and concerned as any I've been involved with over the.years I've needed dental work THANK YOU FOR ALL THE WORK YOUVE DONE FOE ME, JAY C CLARK"

"Amazing location and Courtney and Dr. Lee gave me the best service ever ! Thank you to them and I will definitely be referring friends and relatives in the future"

"The staff was Awesome from the front desk to the surgical team.We had Dr Griffith who removed both of my boys 4 wisdom teeth same day. In and out in less than 3 hrs. Had a little hiccup with the initial scheduled location and time but it all worked out once I followed up. Would definitely recommend"

"I had an amazing experience with Dr. Griffith, Valeria, Des, and Jessie. They made me feel completely safe and comfortable during my surgery. The entire team was so professional and kind. My recovery was unbelievable—no pain, no swelling at all. I’m so grateful for how smooth everything went. Highly recommend!🤩"

"I had 4 teeth extracted today by Dr. Lee. I took nothing but local anesthetic. Dr. Lee is the best and his staff was awesome. Professional and kind, just real people who care."

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"Our daighter had her wisdom teeth extracted. Dr. Lee and the staff were attentive and took great care with her. We appreciate the professionalism and care given to our daughter."

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"Dr Griffith is amazing! He is so kind and compassionate! He explains everything and made my daughter feel comfortable before and after her surgery."

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"Professional, competent, and friendly from the oral surgeon to the front office. Very happy with the service we received and would recommend this office for any of your oral surgery needs."

"Very helpful, and they’re in the network!"

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