Please...Just Say No...To Smoking...

For at least 48 to 72 hours!

After a tooth extraction it is important to follow a few simple guidelines to ensure the extraction site will heal quickly and without complication. One of the most important requirements is to refrain from smoking for at least 48 to 72 hours. Smoking too soon after an extraction can cause serious complications.

• Nicotine in cigarettes, vapes, or nicotine gum constricts blood vessels and reduces blood flow and oxygen supply which can slow the healing process.
• The reduced oxygen supply can also interfere with the body’s immune system and increase the risk of infection.
• The sucking action of smoking increases the chance of dislodging the blood clot at the extraction site and increases the risk of “dry socket,” a very painful inflammation.
• Smoking increases the risk of complications after the extraction.

We know it isn’t easy to stop smoking, even for a few days. If you are coming in for a tooth extraction, prepare for discontinuing smoking before you come in. Many patients have been successful using a nicotine patch to help ease the cravings after the procedure. Plan, in advance, to avoid situations that are smoking triggers. If you normally smoke with your coffee in the morning, switch to tea or a cold drink. Avoid hanging out with your friends who smoke or the places where you normally smoke. Stay busy but don’t over-do it and in a few days, you can resume normal activities, including smoking or vaping.
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At Just Pull It, we focus on one thing and that is extracting painful infected teeth for an affordable cost, in a single visit. Getting our patients back to their normal life as quickly as possible is our goal. If you need help with a painful tooth, give us a call!