Emergency

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Dental Emergencies:

If you are a patient of record and have a dental emergency after normal office hours, please call (304) 539-2871 for assistance.
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Pain Management:

To manage mild to moderate pain, you may take 800mg of Motrin (ibuprofen) and follow it with 2 Extra Strength Tylenol if necessary.
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Avulsed Teeth:

If you or your child have an accident and a tooth is avulsed (completely displaced from the socket), it is important to immediately place the tooth in a glass of milk and call our emergency number or the office as soon as possible. The tooth has a better chance of survival if it is replanted into the socket quickly.
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Care After Extractions:

After an extraction, it is important to avoid rinsing your mouth for the first 24 hours, and then to rinse gently with warm salt water afterwards.
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Swelling:

If you experience swelling, you can apply an ice bag or crushed ice wrapped in a towel to the area for 20 minutes on and 10 minutes off for 2-3 hours.
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Diet:

It is best to stick to a light diet for the first 24 hours after an extraction.
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Bony Edges:

If you notice any small, sharp bone fragments that work their way up through the gums during the healing process, don’t worry – these are not roots and will often work themselves out. However, if they become a problem, you can return to the office for simple removal.
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Unusual Symptoms:

If you experience any unusual symptoms, don’t hesitate to call the office at (304) 400-4835. Proper care following oral surgical procedures will help to speed up your recovery and prevent complications.

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