Sussex Emergency dentist can offer immediate assessment and treatment of Dry Socket, or alveolar osteitis, a painful condition that can occur after a tooth extraction, particularly of the wisdom teeth.
Treatment of a Dry Socket
Dry Socket occurs when a blood clot that normally forms in the socket is dislodged or dissolves before the wound has healed, exposing underlying bone and nerves.
If you suffer from any of the following symptoms make an appointment with Sussex Emergency Dentist as soon as possible, for treatment of a dry socket:
- Severe pain within a few days after a tooth extraction.
- Visible bone in the socket.
- Partial or complete loss of the blood clot at the extraction site.
- Radiating pain from the socket to the ear, eye, temple, or neck on the same side of the face.
- Bad breath or a foul taste in the mouth.
Procedure and Treatment of Dry Socket
- Pain Management
- Over the counter pain killers: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen can help manage pain and inflammation.
- Prescription Pain Medications: If over the counter medications are insufficient, your dentist or oral surgeon may prescribe stronger pain killers.
- Socket Cleaning and Dressing
- Irrigation: The dentist will flush out the socket with a saline solution to remove any debris or food particles.
- Medicated Dressings: The dentist may place a medicated dressing or paste in the socket. This dressing often contains eugenol, which acts as an analgesic and antibacterial agent. It helps alleviate pain and protect the exposed bone. The dressing might need to be changed every few days until the pain subsides and healing progresses.
- Antibiotics
- Topical Antibiotics: If there is an infection or high risk of infection, the dentist may apply a topical antibiotic directly to the socket.
- Oral Antibiotics: In some cases, a course of oral antibiotics might be prescribed.
- Home Care Instruction given, such as:
- Rinsing: Rinse your mouth gently with a warm saltwater solution several times a day to help clean the socket and promote healing. Avoid vigorous rinsing.
- Oral Hygiene: Maintain good oral hygiene, but avoid brushing directly over the extraction site. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and be gentle around the area.
- Avoiding Irritants: Do not smoke, use straws, or consume very hot or carbonated beverages, as these can dislodge the blood clot and delay healing.
- Follow-Up Visits
- Schedule follow-up appointments as recommended by your dentist to monitor healing and replace any medicated dressings if necessary.
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Debby Bond24. May, 2024I have seen Dr Fahad Jamil twice now and he has been very gentle and reassuring. Both he and his assistant were very professional and talked me through what they were doing at all times. He also gave me very good aftercare advice. The clinic is very clean and modern and the staff on arrival are helpful and welcoming. Nobody enjoys going to the dentist but it was as good as it could be!
Lucy Greaves Lord21. May, 2024Dr Jamil extracted my son’s wisdom tooth yesterday. My son is deaf and struggles with communication, he was very impressed with Dr Jamil’s deaf awareness. So impressed that he checked whether I’d written this review today !! Thank you.
Charlotte Barr13. May, 2024Dr Jamil and his assistant were really kind, reassuring and gentle when having my tooth extraction. Dr Jamil explained everything fully and it was painless/quick extraction. Thank you!
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Chris Courtneidge8. April, 20242 wisdom teeth out within 6 minutes of arriving. Zero pain and the people/dentists are brilliant!
Rosemary _Holistics21. February, 2024I was referred here yesterday to have a wisdom tooth extracted. The oral surgeon was Faizal Sameja. Lovely guy. I was scared and I was in pain with this tooth for several weeks beforehand. After the anaesthetic kicked in, the actual extraction took about 5 minutes, if that. He was so skilful and his assistant was also very reassuring. In fact it was so quick and I was so relieved I think I laughed! All the staff I met at this dental practice were calm, efficient and friendly. I was expecting to be in pain last night and today but I have only taken 2 paracetamol since.
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