POST-EXTRACTION CARE INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHILDREN

1.Take Care of the Draw Area:

• Cotton swab:After the draw,the doctor will usually put cotton on the cut to reduce bleeding .Make sure the child bites the cotton for 30 to 40 minutes to help stop the bleeding

• Avoid touching .Do not let children touching or licking the plucked area.This reduce the risk of infection.

2. Elakkan Aktiviti Berat:

• Rehat: Selepas cabutan gigi, pastikan kanak-kanak berehat selama beberapa jam. Hindari aktiviti fizikal yang berat selama 24 jam untuk mengelakkan pendarahan semula atau komplikasi lain.

• Posisi tidur: Jangan biarkan kanak-kanak tidur dengan kepala terlalu rendah. Posisi tidur yang lebih tinggi dapat membantu mengurangkan risiko pendarahan.

3. Food and Drink:

• Soft foods: In the first 24 hours, give soft, cool foods such as yogurt, ice cream, or cold soup. Avoid hard, hot, spicy, or acidic foods as they can irritate the extraction site.

• Avoid straws: Do not let children use straws to drink for the first 24 hours as suction can cause a blood clot at the extraction site to break loose (dry socket)

4. Pain Management:

• Pain relievers: If necessary, give pain relievers as recommended by your doctor or dentist. Do not give medications that are not recommended by a professional.

• Cool the external area: You can place an ice pack or a cold wet cloth on the cheek on the outside of the extraction site to help reduce swelling or pain.

5. Avoid Damage to Blood Clots:

• Avoid gargling or spitting: On the first day, avoid gargling or spitting vigorously as this can dislodge the blood clot and slow down healing.

• Be careful when brushing your teeth: Make sure your child brushes their teeth carefully, especially around the extraction area, to avoid infection.

6. Light Bleeding:

• If light bleeding occurs after removing the cotton, place a clean cotton ball or gauze pad on the removed area and bite gently to stop the bleeding.

7. Watch for Signs of Infection:

• Signs of infection: If the extraction area appears red, swollen, or oozing pus, or if the child has a fever or is experiencing worsening pain, seek medical attention immediately

8. Follow-up with the Dentist:

• Follow-up appointments: Make sure the child attends any follow-up appointments set by the dentist to check the condition of the extraction area and ensure proper healing.