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Should I brush my teeth after tooth extraction?

I had a tooth removed. I wonder if I should brush my teeth after tooth extraction?

4 Answers

Not near the extractions site, but everywhere else, yes. You do not want to disrupt the clot/healing area.

Ron H., DDS
Yes...stay away from the area of the extraction and do not disturb the blood clot that formed in the socket. Warm salt water rinse 2-3 x a day 2 days after the extraction was done.
Yes. But floss and brush all your other teeth and just avoid brushing around the extraction site for a few days.
Great question!

Dr. Marcin
Yes, cleaner mouth will heal faster