When can I start eating after wisdom tooth extraction? A complete guide to when to eat ramen and recommended menu options.

What is the first thing that comes to mind after having your wisdom teeth extracted?
"When can I eat?" Isn't that right? Especially when you crave spicy food like ramen.

In this article, we will answer frequently asked questions about eating after wisdom teeth extraction.
And I've compiled a list of foods you can eat and foods you should avoid.

You must wait at least 2-3 hours after the anesthesia wears off.

 

It is best to eat after wisdom tooth extraction after the anesthesia has completely worn off.
Local anesthesia usually lasts about 2-3 hours, and in some cases it can last up to 4-5 hours!

If you eat food while anesthesia is still in effect, you will have to chew the inside of your mouth,
Sometimes, irritating the wound area can delay healing.

 

The safest timing is, More than 3 hours after removal of gauze Let's remember this.

Even at this time, you should not eat unconditionally, but start with soft, non-irritating foods.

 

What foods are absolutely forbidden for 24 hours after tooth extraction?

 

The most important thing to eat after wisdom tooth extraction is the first 24 hours.

This is the period when the wound area is just covered with a scab.
If you irritate or drop this, it can cause a condition called dry socket.
Hellish... there may be aftereffects. 😅

 

✅ Foods and actions to avoid for the first 24 hours

 

• - Hot soups (e.g. ramen, stews)
  - Spicy foods (e.g. tteokbokki, kimchi stew)
  - Tough and hard foods (e.g. meat, squid)
  - Carbonated drinks, coffee, alcohol
  - Drinking beverages with a straw
  - Spitting, gargling loudly
  - Smoking (of course?)

Recommended Foods to Eat After Wisdom Tooth Extraction

 

Worried about what to eat after wisdom tooth extraction? Let me recommend a menu for you!
The key is to choose foods that are soft, cold, or lukewarm!

 

1. Rice cake, porridge (ground smoothly without any garnish)
2. Potato soup, broccoli soup, mushroom soup
3. Plain yogurt, milk, soy milk
4. Ice cream (no nuts or chocolate)
5. Pudding, jelly
6. Protein shakes, nutritional supplement drinks

 

These foods are easy to swallow, nutritious, and
There is little stimulation to the wound area, which helps with recovery.

 

When can I start eating ramen?

 

What many people are wondering is,
“When can I eat ramen after wisdom tooth extraction?”

 

The correct answer is at least 3-5 days later,
This is when the wound begins to heal.

 

But there is a condition.

 

- The soup should be lukewarm (not hot)
- Boil the noodles thoroughly and cut them into small pieces.
- Chew on the opposite side of the tooth that was extracted
- Less spicy soup

 

Hmm... I think I'd rather wait a little longer than eat lukewarm, undercooked ramen with less soup. 😅

 

If the pain persists or the swelling is severe, you should not eat this type of ramen!

 

When can I start eating regular food?

 

Usually 2-3 days after extraction,
When the pain has subsided and there is no swelling or bleeding
You can start with soft, regular food.

 

For example, steamed egg yolk, soft tofu, soft steamed dishes

 

Hard foods or strongly seasoned foods
Start taking it after 1-2 weeks. Be careful.

 

Conclusion: Don't eat too quickly after wisdom tooth extraction.

 

After wisdom tooth extraction, you may be worried that you will not get better if you do not eat.
If you get through the first 1-2 days well, your recovery will gradually accelerate.

 

The most important thing is
Don't try spicy foods like ramen too quickly.
Be sure to wait until the anesthesia has completely worn off.
Something to try when the wound has healed to some extent!

 

Ramen is good, but I'll hold out for a little while to prioritize my body's recovery.

 

 

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