
Tooth extraction is one of the most common dental procedures performed every day, but what happens after you leave the dental chair matters just as much as the extraction itself. Whether you’ve had a simple removal or a more involved surgical extraction, your recovery depends heavily on how well you follow post-operative care at home.
At 360 Dental Lounge in Mansfield, TX, we believe an informed patient is a healthier patient. This guide walks you through everything you need to know about caring for your mouth after a tooth extraction from the first hour back home to your follow-up appointment so you can heal quickly, comfortably, and without complications.
Most people recover well within a week to ten days. The key is knowing what to do (and what not to do) during that critical healing window.
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