Thank you for trusting us with your child’s care! We take a gentle, holistic approach to extractions — cleaning the area thoroughly and using ozone water to support healing. Please follow these instructions to keep your child comfortable and safe after their visit.

 

What to Expect

• Some bleeding or pink saliva is normal for the first 24 hours.

• Mild swelling or tenderness is expected and should improve within a couple of days.

• Your child may feel tired after the appointment — rest is best.

 

Caring for the Extraction Site

• Have your child bite gently on gauze for 30–45 minutes to control bleeding. Replace if needed.

• Avoid spitting, drinking through a straw, or rinsing forcefully for the first 24 hours.

• Soft foods only until the numbness wears off (applesauce, yogurt, smoothies, scrambled eggs, soup). Avoid crunchy, spicy, or chewy foods.

• Supervise closely while your child is numb so they don’t bite their cheek, lips, or tongue.

 

Comfort & Natural Healing

• Arnica (pellets or topical) may help with soreness and swelling.

• Warm saltwater rinses can be used after the first 24 hours if your child is old enough to rinse and spit.

• A cool washcloth or ice pack on the cheek can reduce swelling during the first 24 hours.

• Encourage plenty of water, whole-food meals, and rest for the best healing.

 

When to Call Us

Please contact us if your child has:

• Heavy bleeding that doesn’t stop with pressure

• Severe pain not relieved with remedies

• Swelling of the face or fever

• A foul odor or discharge from the extraction site

 

We’re Here for You!

• If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to call, text, or email us.

• If you have issues after hours, a text will be forwarded directly to Dr. Riley.

• If you call, please leave a voicemail so we can return your call.