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Bleeding after tooth extraction
I got my wisdom tooth extracted from dental surgeon is it normal for bleeding to continue even after 2 hours. If it's normal how long will it take for the bleeding to stop?
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Generally , bleeding stops within a few minutes, as soon as the clot is formed . Bleeding beyond 2 hours should not be taken casually and reason for this prolongation is most likely the failure of clot formation . You must have been given post extraction instructions by the dentist , failure of following which ,causes the prolonged bleeding as the clot gets dislodged when instructions are not followed properly.You must visit the dentist as soon as possible to get a thorough examination done .
Next Steps
Visit a dentist as soon as possible and get a correct diagnosis done.
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Hello ,
Greetings.
After tooth extraction, it is normal for the area to bleed, generally the clot is formed within a few minutes. It is abnormal if bleeding continues without clot formation, beyond 8 to 12 hours and you may then have to consult your dentist.
However, if the tooth was removed surgically and there's a deep incision and stitches, it can take longer. So do not worry and just observe the wound for few more hours.
Next Steps
Meanwhile, Use a sterile gauze or cotton to gently press on the wound until bleeding stops.Elevate (raise) the affected part, if possible. Eating ice-cream tops the list post extraction so you try that as cold compression also helps in clot formation..
Health Tips
Please observe for upto 8 hours, small trickles of blood in saliva is normal. If bleeding is worrisome consult your nearest dental surgeon.
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Hi
Good evening.
It's normal to bleed for 24 hours after extraction. Provided bleeding should be minimal and tolerable.
Excessive bleeding that is causing major distraction or discomfort and if your unable to tolerate then it's a concern,you should meet your dental surgeon immediately.
Next Steps
kindly visit your doctor if it's major concern
Health Tips
*Refrain yourself from touching an extracted site with your finger and tongue,or placing your hand on check externally.
*Refrain yourself from spitting.
*Don't use straw to sip juice or any liquid.
*Melt ice cube on the extracted site ,it will help to arrest bleeding.
*Follow all the instructions given by your Doctor
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Hii, slight bleeding is normal from socket after teeth extraction.but if their heavy or moderate bleeding then you have to contact their treating doctor.
Next Steps
1.put ice pack in the socket or extraction area (an ice cube which is covered with gauze piece or cotton hanky) and close your mouth untill the ice cube melts.
2.do not spit , do not rinse till 24 hrs.
3.do not brush your teeth till 24 hrs.
4.once the bleeding stops you have to follow postop care instructions-
.Take soft diet like dalia, khichdi, custurd, etc
.do not use straw.
.after 24 hrs start Luke warm water rinses 3-4 times a day.
.start gentle brushing.
Health Tips
. maintain proper oral hygiene for better oral health.
.visit your dentist every 3 or 6 months.
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