Infection after extraction?

Question

I had 2 molars (1 upper and 1 lower) on the right side extracted yesterday. I believe I am developing an infection. The blood clot covering the hole left by the extraction had a white spot about the size of a grain of rice alog the outter edge of the clot. No I haven't been eating rice for all of the smart alecs that were going to say that. I am on Amoxicillin 500mg every 6 hours given to me by the dentist last night after the proceedure. I have only taken 4 doses so far. If I continue to take it will this take care of the infection or should I call and be put on something else?

Answer 1

I just had an extraction myself. The same thing started happening. Think of it like when you scrape your knee. You start developing a scab. That is the same thing that happens. It is white in color. Just make sure you are rinsing after every meal.

THe same thing happens when your tonsills are taken out. You develop a scab that looks white.

The amoxicillin should take care of you getting an infection. But with that being said, make sure you are rinsing after EVERY meal to make sure nothing stays there. Just rinse with water. If you start getting an odorous drainage then i'd call your doctor.

Hope this helps.

Answer 2

You are just going through the healing process, the clot doesn't stay blood red, it will eventually turn whitish grey and then the pinkish color of your tissue. It will look worse before it looks normal. Also since you on antibiotics, an infection would be nearly impossible. Now if you develop swelling and pain, then you need to be seen by your dentist. Any other medication that he might prescribe would be Motrin or Advil to help reduce the inflammation. You might want to ask him about taking that along with the Amoxicillin. It wouldn't hurt in any case unless your already on another type of anti inflammatory like Celebrix. Just be sure to finish all the medication and gently rinse your mouth with warm salt water several times a day for the next week, especially after eating to cleanse the tissue and remove any particles of food that may become lodged in the socket. This also helps with soreness. Don't pick at the clot though, you don't want to break it loose and develop a dry socket. You'd really be having some pain then! By tomorrow you should start doing some exercises by opening and closing your mouth to stretch those muscles that are tight from having the extractions done. It will help you with the soreness too. Hope I've been of some help. You'll be back to normal before you know it!

Answer 3

The spot you see is likely just a piece of gum tissue, and without a blood supply it would look white. If the tooth was infected or impacted prior to the removal, then it could be residual infection. The amoxicillin you are taking is fine to cover you for an infection which already existed and would prevent another from happening. You haven't taken enough of it yet to be able to see any benefit from the antibiotic yet- it takes a full day before there is usually any noticable improvement in an infectious process, and usually three days before a person really starts to feel better. You just haven't been taking it long enough to make any determination about things, that's all, and the Amoxicillin will work given enough time. If you are really nervous about it, or having a lot of pain, you can certainly call the dentist and ask him/her what he thinks.

Answer 4

That white spot sounds like the natural scab that occurs a short time after extraction. It is white or light in color. You are still in the fragile stage. Don't 'tongue' it. ( germs) lol No better way to put it. Don't spit or form a vaccume in your mouth. Keep taking the anitbiotic it will take care of any infection that could try to happen. Make sure you FINISH it. If you dont finish it and then develope an infection later, your doc will have to prescribe stronger antibiotics. After 24 hours you can take 1/2 tsp w/ 8 oz of water and gently swish and drizzle out of your mouth DONT spit. So many don'ts but this is the safest way to handle the first 48 hours. Make sure you eat the soft non particle food so nothing gets stuck in there.

Answer 5

If it starts to hurt other than you normal extraction pain, you should go back asap! KEEP THOSE GAUZE'S IN THERE OR YOU WILL GET DRY SOCKET! But if it is not hurting bad, just take the Amoxicillin till it is gone. That white thing may not be infection it could be bone. If it is infected he will only give you more & maybe poke a hole in it to drain it. Don't do that though! It will sure'nuff get infected. You will be able to tell a little better in a day or two. You may need him to call you in a pain perscription also.

Answer 6

Infection is a tricky thing. Do you feel any pain? Tenderness along the jaw? If not, then I wouldn't worry about it. Continue to take your antibiotics and keep a close check on the extraction. But if you are experiencing any pain, call your dentist immediately.

Answer 7

Keep taking the antibiotics until they are finished, and rince your mouth out several times a day with salt water(1 tsp to 1 cup warm water). It probably is not infection, it may have been a piece of the tooth or bone. Unless you are in pain or have a fever you will be fine.

Answer 8

Hi Hon! I know exactly what you have! The white spot, grain size
along the outer edge of the clot is called: THRUSH; A kind of fungus which occurs in the oral cavity (white like patches). You'll be just fine! It will go away, just keep taking the Antibiotic your Doctor prescribed. Do not put anything else on it. The infection will get better in no time. Try not to manipulate the area too much when you're brushing.

Answer 9

You should double check with the dentist.

The med should take care of any infection.

If it is infected, it will most likely continue to hurt, throb, feel hot and pain will extend beyond the immediate area.

Answer 10

All antibiotics do not work for all bacteria. Try rinsing your mouth with salt diluted in warm water 3x a day --it's a natural antibiotic (so to speak). If the patch gets bigger, you notice redness spreading, or there is more pain in a day or so, you may need an alternate antibiotic.

It's white?? Hmmm, perhaps oral thrush. Again, keep an eye on it and go back to the dentist if need be.