[Health Column] When can I eat after implant extraction?

 

hello, Director Lee Hyeon-seop of Seoul Centum Dental Clinic no see.

 

This is the question most frequently asked by people who are about to receive implant treatment or have just had a tooth extracted.

“ When can I start eating rice? "

More people than you might think are more concerned about “what if I eat something wrong and the pain gets worse?” than the implant procedure itself. worry about meals You do more.

 

Today is 👉 What foods can I eat at different times, from immediately after extraction to one week later?
And 👉 What foods should you absolutely avoid? I will explain it to you in one go.

 

Can I eat right after implant extraction?

🦷 The rule is 'don't eat right away'.

Immediately after implant extraction The most important thing is to achieve stable hemostasis. do.
So usually You can eat about 2 hours after the anesthesia wears off. There are many cases like this.

 

but, “You can eat” does not mean you can eat as usual!
Because this period is a sensitive and important recovery phase, Food choice is paramount do.

 

 

Days 0–2 , the most important early recovery period! What should I eat?

🦷Hemostasis, inflammation prevention, and pain minimization are key.

 

✔ Recommended Food  👉 Food that doesn't require chewing I like the main point.

• Soup, porridge

• Soup that hasn't cooled down

• soy milk

• smooth puree

• Bread that crumbles easily like Castella

 

✔ Things to avoid ⚠️

• Hot food ❌

• Spicy food / salty food ❌

• Sour juice ❌

• Use a straw ❌

Hot foods can interfere with bleeding, and straws can increase pressure in the mouth and cause bleeding again.

 

 

 

Day 3~1 week , it's gotten better to some extent, but are you okay now?

🦷 Even though the outside looks good, the inside is still recovering.

 

After 2–3 days, pain and swelling often decrease significantly.
but Recovery inside the gums is still in progress Because of this Even during this time, you still need to be careful about what you eat.

 

✔ Recommended Food

• Bamboo / Rice cake

• Steamed eggs / soft tofu

• seaweed soup / gomtang

• Boiled vegetables / steamed fish

• Yogurt / Soft Fruit

❓ Is cold food okay?
Cold foods like ice cream can sometimes help relieve pain, Consuming it too often or in large quantities is not recommended.

 

 

After 1 week , can I eat regular food now?

🦷 This is not the “Eat Freely!” stage.

 

After about a week, most of them “I feel almost better. Can I eat anything now?” You ask me that..!

 

 

✔ Meal Tips

• If possible Chew on the opposite side of the extraction site

• chopped food Main

• Postpone very hard foods a little longer

❌ Foods to still avoid

• Jerky, rice cakes, gum

• nuts

• Tough meat (ribs, squid, etc.)

• popcorn

• Fruits with many seeds (watermelon, cantaloupe, etc.)

👉 These foods can easily get stuck in the wound and make it difficult to brush your teeth vigorously, which can increase the risk of inflammation.

 

FAQ

Q1. Is it okay to continue eating cold foods after implant extraction?

A1. Although it may help relieve pain, excessive consumption is not recommended.

 

Q2. Can I really go back to my normal diet after one week?
A2. Regular meals are often possible, but it's best to wait a little longer to eat hard or chewy foods.

 

Q3. If I eat it wrong, will it cause inflammation?
A3. Caution is required as food may get stuck in the wound or strong stimulation may be repeated, causing discomfort.

 

 

 

conclusion

When eating after implant extraction, just remember this!

✔ “ When do you eat? "see " How do you eat it? " is much more important.
✔ Eating habits after tooth extraction Recovery speed and inflammation risk It has a direct impact on .
✔ If you take care of it for just a few days, the recovery will be much easier.

 

If you are concerned about eating after implant extraction, Please save the guide once and refer to it from time to time.
If you have any questions, please contact us anytime during our office hours. We will provide detailed guidance according to your condition.

 

 

 

Seoul Centum Dental Clinic

CEO Lee Hyeon-seop

 

Integrated Dentistry Specialist

Graduated from Korea University

Master of Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Kyung Hee University

Regular member of the Korean Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Implantology

Full member of the Korean Academy of Endodontics

Full member of the Korean Academy of Integrative Dentistry

Full member of the American Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry (AACD)

Full member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)

Full member of the International Congress of Implantology (ICOI)

 

Experience in placing over 17,000 implants

Has extensive overseas experience, having visited more than 10 countries

Experience with numerous high-difficulty implant cases

 

 

 

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