Blood clot forming over molars after molar/wisdom teeth extraction
Hi
Yesterday I got 3 wisdom teeth and a molar removed, everything went fine and I'm not in any pain. Just one thing that's been bugging me is a bloody jelly substance that seems to be covering molars next to the extraction site on one side which makes biting down feel awkward. The surgeon closed the wounds with thread so I have no open wounds in my mouth. When I rinsed my mouth earlier a big chunk fell out but it seems like it "grew" back. Should I just let it be or is this something I can clean off my teeth? Seems to be a bit in the way to brush my teeth properly well.
Thank you.
Posted Mar 1, 2018, 7:54 PM UTC
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Leave it alone. It’s part of healing properly. The body uses these clots as a guide for your gums to heal. Don’t swish heavily. Instead put warm salt water in your mouth and gently move your head so that the liquid goes around your mouth. Don’t spit, instead open your mouth gently over your sink and let it drain out.
Thanks, I was prescribed a mouth wash that'll use for now. I'll keep the no spitting in mind, that's when I felt the clot come out. Any idea how long clots like this usually stick around?
About 3 days. Soft tissue usually heals in 7-10 days