Iodoform gauze a few days after tooth extraction usually takes about 1~2 weeks to take out, the specific time also needs to be based on the patient’s recovery, so it can not be generalized.
1. Iodoform gauze is mainly used for infected wound drainage and dressing change, and can play a role in inhibiting bacterial growth, in addition, due to the special nature of the material of the iodoform gauze, but also play a role in keeping the wound moist environment, the ordinary extraction of teeth do not generally need iodoform gauze.
2. Iodoform gauze will be placed only when there is serious infection and obvious bleeding, and it usually takes about 1~2 weeks to remove it.
3. If the patient’s recovery is good, and there is no obvious pain and inflammation, there is no need to replace the iodoform gauze again, if the inflammation has not completely subsided, you should go to the hospital to replace the iodoform gauze and other treatments.
The specific situation also need to go to the hospital for relevant examination, and under the advice of the doctor to operate.