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Blood after tooth removal
My friend had a tooth removal recently and the bleeding is non stop. Request your help getting the bleeding stopped
Place sufficient ammout of cotton over the bleeding sockets and bite it with the opposing teeth at least for 1 hour.
Next Steps
If this doesn't work please take the patient to emargency.
Health Tips
Don't split and swallow the saliva. Don't gurgle. Talk less. Don't do any heavy work.
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Try keeping a ball of cotton over the bleeding area and press it firmly for half an hour. When you remove the cotton, DO NOT spit or rinse. Just drink some cold water.
Next Steps
If the bleeding still doesn't stop you need to go and consult in emergency
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