Since removing wisdom teeth involves oral surgery, there are post-operative instructions you should follow to enjoy an optimal recovery.
Our practice will send you home with a packet after your appointment. This packet will contain information on controlling discomfort, temporary dietary restrictions, and how to prevent the development of dry socket. Any type of oral surgery , including the extraction of wisdom teeth, produces some discomfort and swelling.
Fortunately, patients can take a proactive approach to manage discomfort after their procedures. Waiting too long between doses of medication, for instance, could exacerbate discomfort. Managing discomfort includes controlling swelling. Popsicles can also be eaten, but if you find that the cold of ice cream and popsicles to be uncomfortable, it might be best to avoid for the first few days. In general, many find the cold to be soothing for the swollen gums. Day five is the last post-operative day, where you should still be having softer foods.
Macaroni and cheese and eggs are great additions to the diet, that provide some nutrition and flavor, while still being easy to eat. You can now begin eating more substantial items. But you will even want to avoid overly crunchy foods. A great example would be tacos and nachos. The chips and shells can be too crunchy and injure the incision site. Starting day six and beyond, you will still want to be careful about what you eat and drink. Avoid overly hot or cold items for at least the first week.
You may notice that around day six that there is less sensitivity, less swelling, and it is much easier to chew. However, you should avoid anything overly chewy. After eating, it is important to keep the teeth and gums clean. Using a soft bristle tooth gently cleanse the area. Your dentist will likely instruct you to do a saltwater rinse beginning on day 2.
It is important not to be overly aggressive with the rinse and simply swoosh around your mouth. Aftercare is a considerable part. If you are in doubt about what to eat after wisdom teeth removal, it is best to speak to your dentist. Crunchy or hard-to-chew foods such as nuts or beef jerky can reopen stitches or get stuck in the extraction site, causing pain or infection.
Additionally, foods high in acidity or spice can irritate your wound and cause discomfort. Straws are also a big no-no when it comes to healing from a wisdom teeth removal procedure.
The sucking motion needed to use a straw can dislodge the blood clot and cause bleeding, pain, and a prolonged recovery. This is often called dry socket, and it can be quite painful. Ultimately, every patient can take a different amount of time to heal fully, and we encourage you to slowly introduce foods based on your comfort level. Most sockets take about 6 weeks to heal fully following dental surgery, and you should be back to mostly normal eating habits within weeks post-procedure.
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The medical term for this inflammation is pericoronitis. Here, we list the best foods to eat following a wisdom tooth removal.
We also look at foods to avoid and other recovery tips. A person recovering from a wisdom tooth removal should consume liquids and soft foods. Some of these include:.
Milkshakes are easy to make at home by adding pureed seedless fruit to milk. The fruit will contribute necessary vitamins and minerals to the diet. These are especially important in the early stages of recovery. If a blender is accessible, homemade smoothies can contain a variety of fruit and vegetables.
These should provide fiber and nutrients needed for recovery. However, avoid fruits with small seeds. Soups can be full of flavor and contribute fiber, vitamins, and minerals to the diet. Broths are typically lighter and will have less nutritional value. While ice cream is cold and soothing, it is very high in sugar and calories.
Yogurt is a more healthful alternative, and a person may wish to add fruit puree. Mashing vegetables removes the need for chewing. The texture and substance may be welcome after a diet of liquid foods.
One study suggests that the pH level of the wound, which indicates its acidity or alkalinity, may affect healing.
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