Patient Instructions and Post procedure information:

 Follow these instructions carefully to ensure the successful healing of your tooth extraction.  

Here is a link to the video we had you watch after the procedure for your convenience:  https://www.caesycloud.com/player.aspx?presentation=815   

When to call us: It is normal to experience some discomfort for a few days after a tooth extraction, but call us right away if you have:

• Heavy or increased bleeding
• Pain or swelling that increases or continues beyond two or three days
• A bad taste or odor in your mouth
• A reaction to any medication

During the first 24 hours it is important that a blood clot forms on the extraction site to stop bleeding, reduce pain, and speed healing. To protect the clot and avoid the pain of dry socket:

• Bite on a gauze pad firmly for 30-60 minutes. Blood and saliva mix in the mouth and make it look like there is more bleeding than there really is. Some oozing is normal; however, after 1 hour, repeat with a clean gauze pad if oozing is profuse. The site could ooze for as long as 24 hours.
• Don’t spit, and don’t suck on candies or through a straw.
• Don’t rinse your mouth, and don’t brush or floss next to the site.
• Don’t smoke or use tobacco. Avoid tobacco for at least 72 hours because it slows healing.
• Don’t sneeze or cough, so have sinus or allergy medication on hand if necessary.
• Limit yourself to calm activities, and elevate your head with pillows when you lie down to reduce bleeding.
• Don’t drink hot, carbonated, or alcoholic drinks, and avoid hot or spicy foods.

To control discomfort, take pain medication before the anesthetic has worn off or as directed.
To keep swelling to a minimum, use an ice bag over the cheek area, 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off.
When the numbness has worn off completely, drink lots of fluids and eat only soft nutritious foods, chewing on the opposite side.

After the first 24 hours begin to eat normally as soon as it’s comfortable.  Resume brushing and flossing, but clean gently around the site for about a week.  If antibiotics were prescribed, continue to take them for the indicated length of time, even if all symptoms and signs of infection are gone.  If pain medication has been prescribed, take as directed.  Reduce soreness or swelling by applying moist heat. Swelling usually starts to go down after 48 hours.
Further reduce swelling or discomfort by rinsing your mouth very gently with warm salt water. Use about one teaspoon of salt per glass of warm water. Rinse two to three times a day for the week following the extraction.
Should you experience any of these symptoms longer than what has been mentioned, please call the office at 405-728-7171. 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPALESCENCE GO 15% TEETH WHITENING TRAYS: 

• Each packet comes with and upper and lower pre-filled bleaching tray. Product must be kept refrigerated. Before using, allow product to warm to room temperature, this will make it easier for the tray to adhere to the teeth. 

• Remove from package.  Center  each tray on the arch of your teeth.  U= upper tray L= lower tray

• Gently suck down on the tray then remove the green outer tray. Suck down or swallow again to secure the trays in place. 

• Wear for 15-20 minutes once per day. (If you want additional whitening you can purchase more trays from our office)When finished remove bleaching tray and brush teeth. 

BLEACHING PRECAUTIONS: • Keep tooth bleaching product away from small children. • A dental examination is recommended prior to bleaching. • Some discolorations may indicate the need for dental treatment other than bleaching. Porcelain crowns, veneers, and white fillings do not lighten upon bleaching. • Only intended for use by those with healthy gum tissue. Gum tissue irritation may result if used in individuals with periodontal disease. • This product is NOT for night time use. • Occasionally, some parts of teeth may bleach faster or less evenly than others. Results may be varied. In approximately 5% of the population, teeth may be resistant to bleaching. Bleaching teeth with large metal fillings may cause the metal color to show through the teeth. • Acidic foods/juices may cause sensitivity if consumed shortly after bleaching. Sensodyne toothpaste will help reduce this sensitivity for you if needed. • Do not use tobacco products or eat while bleaching. • Not intended for use by pregnant women. Consult a health care practitioner if you are breastfeeding. • Keep gel out of heat/sunlight. Do not freeze. • Do not swallow gel or rinses. Avoid direct contact of the active surface of the tooth whitening product with the gums and/or salivary flow. Product contains peroxide and may contain fluoride; swallowing large amounts can be harmful. • Avoid contact with the eyes. WARNING: Some users may experience sensitivity or gingival irritation, which if it occurs is most often mild and transient, but in some cases may require treatment by your dentist. If you experience significant discomfort, stop using this product and consult your dentist. If you have any questions about this product or treatment, please call our office at 405-728-7171.

Video of wear and use instructions: https://youtu.be/VUFI_g5jY98

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