Complications after wisdom tooth surgery
Pain after wisdom tooth surgery should be treated as soon as possible with painkillers (analgesics) such as ibuprofen or paracetamol. Blood thinning medications such as aspirin should not be taken after surgery. These increase the risk of secondary bleeding or the development of larger bruises (hematomas). The healing process may cause inflammation after wisdom tooth surgery, which usually subsides after two to three days. If you consistently cool your cheeks or even suck ice cubes, you can avoid major swelling after wisdom tooth surgery. When using ice or cool packs, wrap them in a towel to protect your skin from cold damage.
Oral hygiene after wisdom tooth surgery
Consistent oral hygiene and wound care prevent bacteria from multiplying and protect against inflammation after wisdom tooth surgery. After each meal, you should therefore carefully wipe toothpaste foam over the wound area with a soft toothbrush, without applying pressure. A daily mouth rinse with an antibacterial solution supplements tooth brushing.
You should not smoke until the wound has healed. Tobacco consumption greatly slows down the healing process and increases the risk of inflammation. In addition, the effects of smoke can promote secondary bleeding.
Sport after wisdom tooth surgery
You should avoid sports and other physical exertion for a few days and take it easy instead. The reason: physical exertion increases blood pressure, which can cause the wound to open up and bleed. Talk to your doctor about when you can resume sports.
Aftercare and sick leave after wisdom tooth surgery
The doctor will check the wound about a week after the wisdom tooth has been removed. Stitches will then also be removed as part of this follow-up, provided the wound has healed sufficiently.
Your doctor will write you off sick after the wisdom tooth extraction or issue you with a certificate of incapacity to work. This way you can take it easy and prevent possible complications after wisdom tooth surgery.
