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How To Avoid ‘Dry Socket’ After Wisdom Tooth Removal
Although the removal of wisdom teeth is a straightforward process, after-care is important. Following the procedure, blood clots develop to protect the gum and nerves. Dislodging these could lead to ‘dry socket’, which can cause sensitivity and infections.
– Brush and floss to keep teeth and gums clean.
– To promote healing, avoid smoking, carbonated drinks and straws. Try not to touch or disturb the area.
– Ensure that you visit your dentist for check-ups, to ensure the area heals properly.
A blood clot helps protect the socket as it heals.
Read the full story here: https://consumer.healthday.com/dental-and-oral-information-9/misc-dental-problem-news-174/after-wisdom-tooth-removal-watch-out-for-dry-socket-721946.html
Posted by adwords on 12th August 2017, under Practice Blog
Dr. Kishanie Wijesinghe Little BDSDr. Kishanie Little is passionate about delivering excellent dentistry and dental restorations that are life-like and indistinguishable from natural teeth. She believes that restorations (fillings/crowns/veneers) should look beautiful – and that they should last. Dr. Little keeps abreast of new developments in restorative dentistry through post-graduate training.
Dr. Little is also an experienced Facial Aesthetistician, including Botulinum toxins (such as Botox) and Dermafillers. She appreciates how simple and subtle changes to smooth and relax muscles can “freshen” a face, to look younger.
In her personal time, she loves to cook, read, run, practice yoga and pilates, play a bad game of tennis and am now learning to play golf. She loves Art and Theatre and support the Tate Modern. She also enjoys writing and has a book in the works.
