Sleep with your head elevated on 2 or more pillows
Keep your head above your heart
Sleep on your back if possible
Avoid sleeping on the side of the extraction site
Use extra pillows to prevent rolling over
Follow your dentist’s instructions for pain medicine before bed
Take prescribed or recommended medication on schedule
Use a cold compress before sleep if swelling is present
Avoid alcohol, smoking, and vaping before bed
Do not use a straw before sleeping
Keep gauze in place only if your dentist told you to
Remove gauze before falling asleep unless instructed otherwise
Go to bed when you are fully awake and stable
Keep water nearby for any nighttime medication
Avoid strenuous activity before sleep
Brush gently and avoid disturbing the extraction area
Sleep in a quiet, dark room to reduce movement
Contact your dentist if bleeding, severe pain, or trouble breathing occurs