From eating to drinking and brushing your teeth after wisdom tooth extraction, here's everything you need to know for recovery.

After having your wisdom teeth pulled, there is something you are most curious about.

 

"When can I start eating?"
"When can I drink alcohol?"
"Brushing my teeth? Can I just do that?"

 

Surprisingly, even after hearing the precautions at the dentist, I start to get confused when I get home.
As the anesthesia wears off, the pain increases, your gums ache, and even swallowing saliva becomes difficult.

 

So today, I will focus on what to eat after wisdom tooth extraction.
I'll explain all the lifestyle factors that affect recovery, such as drinking, brushing your teeth, and smoking.

 

 

[When can I start eating after wisdom tooth extraction?]

Usually after extraction After about 2 hours, the bleeding stops This is it,
You shouldn't eat anything before that. The first priority is to stop the bleeding with gauze.

After the bleeding has stopped, it is best to start with soft, lukewarm foods.

Examples: rice cake soup, cooled porridge, tofu

 

After impacted wisdom tooth extraction, you need to be especially careful about what you eat.

If the gums are cut or the bone is touched, the recovery may be slow. For 2-3 days, eat mainly liquid food.

 

 

[Recommended meal options after wisdom tooth extraction]

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  - Cooled porridge
  - Tofu and steamed eggs
  - Bananas, soft fruits
  - Hot soup, ramen ❌
  - Fried foods, anchovies, nuts ❌
  - Spicy foods, carbonated drinks, caffeine ❌
•  

 

After a meal, have a light meal Gargle Or Mouthwash Please rinse your mouth with it.
However, it is safe to start gargling the day after the bleeding has stopped sufficiently.

 

 

[When can I start drinking alcohol after wisdom tooth extraction?]

The correct answer is abstain from alcohol for at least 7 days.

Alcohol dilates blood vessels, which can interfere with bleeding and cause scabs to fall off, slowing healing.
furthermore Taking alcohol together with medications (pain relievers, antibiotics) can also increase the risk of liver damage.

 

 

[How should I brush my teeth after wisdom tooth extraction?]

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  - Brush your teeth except for the extraction area for 1-2 days after extraction.
  - Wipe gently afterwards
  - Never touch a scab (blood clot)
  - Follow your dentist's instructions for using mouthwash.
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[Smoking is absolutely prohibited after wisdom tooth extraction]

‼️Smoking is really dangerous.

Pressure builds up in the mouth, and if the smoke reaches the extraction site, it can cause a very painful condition called dry socket.

The same goes for e-cigarettes.

 

 

[Tips for a faster recovery after wisdom tooth extraction]

1. 
   1. Get enough sleep and rest
   2. Cold compress for up to 48 hours
   3. Sleep with your head held high
   4. Avoid hard foods
   5. Syringe or gargle to prevent food from getting stuck (after 7 days)
2.  

 

 

[Conclusion]

The most important thing after wisdom tooth extraction is 'Blood clot' is to protect.
Maintaining this well will reduce pain and prevent infection.

 

After wisdom tooth extraction, always eat slowly, softly, and start with cooled food.
Be careful about timing your drinking, smoking, and brushing your teeth.

If you just follow these guidelines, you can recover very comfortably!

 

 

 

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