Post‑operative instructions following a surgical extraction include:1. Bite on gauze for 30‑45 minutes to achieve hemostasis
2. Avoid spitting or using a straw for 24 hours
3. Apply cold packs to the face for the first 24 hours
4. Consume soft, cool foods and liquids
5. Rinse vigorously with alcohol‑based mouthwash in the first hour