“What helps with pain after tooth extraction?”
I had a tooth extraction yesterday. It hurts. What helps with pain after tooth extraction?
13 Answers
Ibuprofen or call your dentist for a prescription
Best remedy for dental pain has proven to be Ibuprofen/Advil due to its anti-inflammatory properties. Please consult your physician prior to consumption.
Your doctor can prescribe you pain medications. A common prescription is a combination of Motrin and Tylenol. Narcotics can also be used but our profession is moving away from these for obvious reasons. Research has shown that Motrin and Tylenol have very similar pain-reducing qualities as narcotics. Steroids can also be prescribed to help with swelling and pain as well if the Motrin and Tylenol combination is not enough. If you would like a follow-up to your question or concern, we would love to see you! If you are in the area, please give us a call to schedule an appointment.
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Ice for the first 24 hrs to help reduce any swelling.Recommend 600mg ibuprofen (if able) followed by 1000mg Tylenol every 6 hours as needed for pain. Do not exceed max dosage recommended.
Pain after tooth extractions can be multi-factorial, so an approach that addresses each contributor is important.
Using an ice-pack the first ~3 days will help to reduce the effect of swelling which can contribute to discomfort. You may be placed on an antibiotic for an underlying infection, which, when treated, will improve symptoms of pain. Anti-inflammatories (i.e. Ibuprofen) and Tylenol, if you don't have any allergies or contraindications to those medications, are important to use on a regular basis after the procedure. Depending on the level of discomfort, your provider may prescribe a narcotic medication that can be used as needed for severe postoperative pain.
Using an ice-pack the first ~3 days will help to reduce the effect of swelling which can contribute to discomfort. You may be placed on an antibiotic for an underlying infection, which, when treated, will improve symptoms of pain. Anti-inflammatories (i.e. Ibuprofen) and Tylenol, if you don't have any allergies or contraindications to those medications, are important to use on a regular basis after the procedure. Depending on the level of discomfort, your provider may prescribe a narcotic medication that can be used as needed for severe postoperative pain.
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Diclofenac with two Tylenol twice daily. Ice pack 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off on day one.lf that doesn't give relief call your dentist.
Many people find relief with *over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)*, like ibuprofen or naproxen. These painkillers can help reduce inflammation as well as alleviate pain. If you experience severe pain following a tooth extraction, your dentist might prescribe stronger painkillers.
Matthew Bronk
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Marion, North Carolina
How old are you? Are you on any anticoagulation medication? If you're young and fairly healthy and can take ibuprofen and Tylenol, then I recommend a combination of the two. Two (200 mg each) ibuprofen and ONE extra strength Tylenol (500 mg) every four hours. You don't have to set an alarm at night to wake up to take the next dose and it's best to have something in your stomach (i.e., food) before to taking them. But, if you wake up in pain and it's been 4+ hours, you may certainly take the next dose.
Hope this helps,
Dr. Bronk
Hope this helps,
Dr. Bronk
Best is anti-inflammatory such as ibuprofen or naproxen.
I would try to use warm water and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to mix and swoosh your mouth with it. This is a folk remedy.
If you are medically able to take it, ibuprofen and tylenol together reduce pain as much as a narcotic drug. Make sure not to exceed 2800 mg of either medication per day.
Alternate Ibuprofen and Tylenol every 6 hours till the pain is gone. Also, rinse with salt water.
