Thanks Bryanna

I feel a lot better today, just a bit sore on the root canal side. The bleeding did stop, so I didnt have to put anymore gauze. however, The extraction site is swollen, but my cheeks aren't. I'm hoping that's normal as well since my procedure was yesterday around 1pm.

Also, I was scared of brushing my teeth, but did so carefully avoiding the teeth next to the extraction site. I also started the warm salt water rinses... 1/4 teaspoon salt in a cup of water.

My main concern now is to not have a bacterial infection or any kind of infection really (I.e ludwigs angina, etc)!so I'm trying to stay really clean. How often do people have post extraction complications? I'm on amoxicillin 3x a day 500 mg each (21 pills total). I should also point out that although I was sedated, I heard the dentist put more shots in because I murmured that I can feel bit of pain and he uttered, "the infection might still be active then". I think this is more so for the root Canal, but it could also be for the one tooth that was extracted. I can't remember..... But this infection, if any will be eradicated with my antibiotic prescription right?


Lastly, my next appointment on the 23rd is when they will finish up the root canal with the permanent crown. My question is, is this safe for the extraction site healing and all? The root canal is #18 the extraction site is #3. Should I schedule a follow up appointment before then, say from today?

Ohh just a thought, when can I start brushing the extraction site? I heard mold can grow in there if it isn't cleaned. Yikes!

Thank you in advance for any insight you might have for me