Wisdom Teeth Removal

Wisdom Teeth Removal | Clarksville, TN

Post Procedure 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 is 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, tortilla chips etc. 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 are a diabetic, 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 two to three 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 two days after surgery. Irrigate the lower extraction sites with warm water two to three times per site after EACH meal or snack.

Exceptionally high standards of dentistry

"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!"

"Excellent group of people!! Dr. Griffith went above and beyond, my car battery died and he came out to give me a jump! In the rain! The staff was friendly and professional. The Dr explained the oral surgery process throughly. From check in to departure everything was thought out and perfectly planned minus my car. 🙃 Highly recommend this office."

"I had the best experience with this office. James Griffith was my surgeon and he was amazing! The staff, Valarie and the others were fantastic. They are clean, thorough with descriptions and procedures. And I have very little swelling, and feel so much better. I definitely recommend this place. They don’t have to have a referral and if you are uneasy about teeth repair, they make you feel comfortable and are the best professionals with friendly, courteous vibes. Will always go here for my dental services. They are excellent!"

"I would strongly recommend Cumberland surgical arts and associate. We had to drive 2 hrs to see them but it was worth it! They were great with my little one. Made her feel comfortable and safe! Andrea is so kind and beautiful, she even made herself a note to remind me to breath 3 times!"

"Amazing experience here. Dr. Griffith got all four of my wisdom teeth removed in just over 30 minutes. It felt like I took a nap. They were very generous in providing post-op materials and answering any questions. I also appreciated the kindness and helpfulness of the technicians and other staff, such as Val, Jessie, and Jen, who all signed my get well soon card. I would highly recommend anyone to go here if they need any form of dental surgery."

"I was referred to Cumberland and I'm truly thankful I was. The staff are so nice and the Dr is Awesome. He had to shave down my top gums for dentures. I'm terrified of the dentist but he put me at ease with his calm manner. Very good bedside manner. I honestly was scared I would be in alot of pain. But I am not. It actually feels better than when I got my teeth removed. I highly recommend Cumberland Surgical Arts and associates if u need a great oral surgeon."

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"I had an amazing experience with Dr. Lee and Cumberland Surgical. From start to finish, everything was smooth, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the care I received. The staff was incredibly professional, but I want to give a special shout-out to the nurse Courtney who took such great care of me. She was kind, reassuring, and made me feel at ease every step of the way. The procedure went smoothly, and the recovery has been just as easy thanks to their clear instructions. Highly recommend this office for anyone needing oral surgery!"

"The staff were so nice and comforting.. Special thanks to Auttie, Jenn, and Jessie. If i could give 10 stars i would!"

"Really get people! Dr. Griffith and Jessie are the best! They got me in early and got a bad tooth pulled in under 10 minutes pain free! Highly recommended!"

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2285 Rudolphtown Rd Suite 200, Clarksville, TN 37043

Phone: (931) 552-3292

Email: cumberlandsurgicalarts@gmail.com

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Phone: (931) 552-3292

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