Tooth Extractions in Dublin, OH

Tooth extractions can be painful, and it’s important to realize how to care for your extraction site afterwards to promote healing. Knowing what to eat and what not to eat is a good place to start. 

Like any kind of dental procedure, you should stick to soft foods and liquids so as not to irritate the extraction site. Soft foods that are easy to consume should be eaten for the first 24 hours after your procedure. After 24 hours, you can ease into more of a normal diet, when you feel comfortable doing so. 

It’s important to try to stick with easy-to-chew foods for the first few days. Some examples include: 

• Yogurt
• Pudding
• Jell-O
• Ice cream
• Applesauce

After the first day, you can try a wider variety of foods:

• Mashed potatoes
• Mashed sweet potatoes
• Scrambled eggs
• Oatmeal
• Pancakes
• Broth-based soups

What Not To Eat

After having a tooth extracted, your body will need time to heal. You should avoid consuming alcoholic beverages for at least 24 hours following the surgery. If you are taking any powerful pain medications, you should avoid consuming alcohol until you are no longer on the medications. 

For about a week, it is advised to avoid eating hard, chewy, crunchy or brittle foods. These could include chips, nuts and popcorn. 

How To Eat

How you eat your food is equally as important as the types of foods you consume after an extraction. You should try to only chew on the opposite side of your mouth from the treated area. Since you’ll likely be consuming more liquids than solids following the procedure, it might be tempting to use a drinking straw. This is not advisable because the suction of the straw could dislodge the blood clot and lengthen your total healing time. 

Having a tooth extracted is a common procedure that many people will go through in their lifetime. Knowing how to care for your extraction site can speed up the recovery process. If you have any questions about tooth extractions, please call our office at (614) 799-5576.

As we enter the fall season, we here at Dental Reflections Dublin are entering a new season of our own.

We have very exciting news we couldn’t wait to share: we are moving to a brand new location! As we transfer over to a new location, this kind of change can seem a bit overwhelming. We want to assure you of what won’t change: our steadfast commitment to giving you the best care possible. When you enter the new office, you will still see the same smiling faces waiting to welcome you to this new chapter of our dental office. 

Not only will our new dental office be a state-of-the-art facility, but it will also be less than a mile from the dental office where we currently operate. This new development in the city will feature 70,000 square feet of restaurant, service-oriented retail, neighborhood-scale office, public park space, and yours truly- Dental Reflections Dublin.

When asked for the reason for moving, Dental Reflections Dublin owner Dr. Rudi As-Sanie said, “We have outgrown our current office, and we needed a new space that would give us greater capacity to see all of our patients. Our current lease is ending soon, and we wanted a forever home. This location will be brand new and within a mile of our old office- we can’t wait to welcome you into the doors of our new practice to give you the highest quality dental care in Dublin.”

To schedule an appointment and check out the new location for yourself, you can schedule online or give us a call at (614) 799-5576. We can’t wait to see you in our new office soon!

As a parent, it’s a very daunting task to teach your child the value of oral hygiene. It is especially difficult when they are in the preschool years and more likely to be distracted and uninterested in what you have to say. The key, according to dental instructor Elizabeth J. Hodges, who often lectures on this topic, is to make teaching fun for both parent and child. 

Join us at Dental Reflections Dublin as we discuss some ideas on how to keep your child interested in their oral health. 

Why It Matters

Keeping good oral hygiene is so important as a child. As a parent, you probably know this, but how do you convince your child that it is important. When you maintain a clean mouth, you will have lesser chances of dental diseases and tooth loss. Good dental hygiene also plays a huge role for aesthetic reasons as it keeps your teeth looking polished and white and also reduces the chance of experiencing bad breath. 

Habits to Teach

• Regular Dental Checkups: It’s important to take your child to the dentist for regular checkups (at least every six months). This will help them get into the habit of seeing a dentist on a regular basis, which will help them even as they grow into adults.
• Eating Healthy Foods: Eating healthy at a young age is so important for children. This will help them get into the habit of eating fruits and vegetables and actually enjoy them. Eating healthy is great for oral health and will keep their teeth stay in good condition
• Brushing Twice a Day: Showing your child that it is important to brush their teeth twice a day is a great practice. You can even start this before your child actually starts teething. You can start by wiping their gums with a soft foam, and once they start to grow teeth, you can upgrade to a baby toothbrush. This will help your child to grow up with the familiarity of having their teeth brushed.
• Flossing: Teaching your child at a young age that not only brushing, but also flossing your teeth is another great way to keep their mouth healthy. If this is difficult for you as a parent, you can have your dentist help show them at their regular checkup!

Lead By Example

Your child learns the most from you as their parent. Showing them how important oral hygiene is and practicing good oral hygiene is one of the best ways for them to learn. When you put both your child’s and your own dental hygiene as a top priority, your child will grow up understanding the importance of taking care of your teeth. It is imperative to teach your child how to take care of their teeth at a young age. We’re always happy to answer any questions or address any concerns you may have. Call our Dublin, OH office today at (614) 799-5576 and we can schedule an appointment.