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After tooth extraction today how long it takes to stop bleeding i done my tooth extractin today 12 pm there is still bleeding seen after taking all medctn prescribe by doctr
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Bleeding should have stopped by now. But many times, you feel the taste of blood in mouth, that is absolutely normal. Just follow the instructions given by the doctor and continue with medications.
If you feel frank bleeding in mouth, visit your doctor and get it checked once.
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Don't spit or rinse for 24 hours.
you can use a tea bag, dip in cold water for a while, squeeze it and press between your teeth
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Nothing to worry,Slight bleeding may happen upto 24hours .Dont spit and dont talk much.Take cold water and icecream.
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Bleeding after an extraction is very normal. Bleeding may stop after 1-2 hours after which clot starts forming or may continue till 24 hours depending upon which tooth got extracted etc.
Plz bite the gauze tightly for 1 hour after extraction.
Do not spit out blood or saliva after extraction which is a common mistake . If u spit out clot gets disturbed and bleeding continues.
Apply cold pack n eat ice cream.
If any other problem or excessive bleeding please visit ur dentist again. He /she vl do a check up n give necessary medication and instructions again.
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Dr. Uma Nagarajan
Pediatric Dentist
10 yrs exp
Delhi
Major bleeding stops after the cotton is removed after 30-40 minutes. However through the 24 hours mild capillary bleeding is normal.
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keep having cold items , do not disturb the extraction site.
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Dr. Maadri Shah
Dentist
7 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Bleeding usually stops within the first half an hour but a little oozing continues up to 3-4 hours. The saliva in your mouth can look bloody and make it look like excessive bleeding. Make sure you don’t spit out the blood or saliva at all and no gargling either. When a tooth is removed, the bleeding creates a blood clot which is important for healing. Spitting and gargling can remove that clot and delay healing. If you feel what you’re experiencing is more than ooze then it is better to see a dentist today.
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Visit a dentist in case of excessive bleeding. In case of ooze, rest, apply ice on the cheek from outside, no spitting or gargling or using a straw and soft, room temperature foods for a couple of days.
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A paracetamol every 6-8 hours should help with any pain and swelling.
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