What does recovery involve with wisdom teeth extraction?
Although this is a routine procedure, wisdom teeth extraction is a serious proposition for patients. While the recovery period is relatively short, patients still need to be prepared for some downtime, and they need to know what steps to take to ensure an uneventful recovery. Discomfort and swelling are common symptoms after a wisdom teeth extraction, and they’ll resolve over time. You may also notice a small amount of ongoing bleeding immediately after the procedure. If this goes on for more than 24 hours, contact your oral surgeon. It’s important to work with your oral surgeon to develop a plan for your aftercare and to be prepared for symptoms that may occur and indicate a problem. Patients can apply an ice pack during the first 24 hours after surgery then switch to a source of damp heat, such as a warm, wet washcloth, for the next two or three days.…