In order for the area to heal where the tooth was removed, please make sure your child complies with the following instructions.
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Bite on the gauze until bleeding has stopped. |
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Do not rinse the mouth for the remainder of the day. |
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Eat a soft diet and drink fluids for the remainder of the day. |
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Avoid very hot or very cold fluids. |
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Do not drink through a straw. |
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The lip, cheek and tongue may be numb for as long as 2 hours in the area where the tooth was removed. During this period your child may chew or bite his/her lip, cheek and tongue without feeling any pain. Please observe your child carefully to help avoid injury. |
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Children's Tylenol or Motrin may be taken for pain or discomfort. |
