Contact your dentist or oral surgeon promptly
Rinse gently with warm salt water as directed
Take prescribed pain medication exactly as instructed
Use medicated dressings or packing placed by your dentist
Apply a cold compress to the outside of your face for short intervals
Avoid smoking, vaping, and tobacco use
Avoid using straws or forceful spitting
Eat soft foods and drink plenty of fluids
Keep the area clean but do not disturb the socket
Follow all post-extraction instructions from your dentist
Seek urgent care if you develop fever, swelling, or worsening pain