What You Should Do After the Extraction
- Keep little hands and tongues away. Ask your child not to touch the extraction area with their tongue or fingers. Please supervise them for the first few hours.
- No running or sports today. Avoid any physical activity or outdoor play on the day of extraction.
- Pain relief if needed. If your child feels pain once the anesthesia wears off, give the painkiller prescribed or recommended by your dentist.
- Wait before eating. Don’t feed your child for at least 2 hours after the procedure to allow the blood clot to form.
- Choose gentle, cool foods. For the first 24 hours, offer soft or puréed meals like yogurt, mashed potatoes, or smoothies. Avoid chewing on the side of the removed tooth.
- Avoid hot or fizzy drinks. Hot beverages, soda, and juices with bubbles can delay healing.
- No brushing or rinsing for 6 hours. Let the wound rest during this time.
- Then brush gently. After 6 hours, your child can brush their teeth carefully, avoiding the extraction area. Use a soft toothbrush and rinse only with plain water or a mild mouthwash if advised.
What’s Normal After a Kids Tooth Extraction
- Mild pain or discomfort once the anesthesia wears off. Follow your dentist’s pain management recommendations.
- Slight bleeding or pink saliva within the first few hours is completely normal.
- Mild swelling of the cheek or lip near the extraction site may appear and can increase slightly over the next 2–3 days before going down.
- Difficulty eating or speaking for a short time is common, especially in younger children.
When to Call the Dentist
Contact TRUE SMILE Dental Centre if your child experiences:
- Persistent or heavy bleeding after 6 hours.
- Severe pain not relieved by medication.
- Swelling continues to grow after 3 days.
- Fever or signs of infection (bad smell, pus, or unusual taste).
Our pediatric dental team in Abu Dhabi is always ready to help ensure your child’s healing is smooth and stress-free.
