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Thanks for visiting! GoodRx is not available outside of the United States. If you are trying to access this site from the United States and believe you have received this message in error, please reach out to and let us know. There is a ton of information on what to do BEFORE your wisdom teeth removal surgery but what about after? Here we will go through some basic post operative care so that you feel at ease once the surgery is over. After your wisdom teeth are removed you will need to bite down on gauze at the extraction sites so that direct pressure will allow clotting and use a cold compress/ice packet to help reduce any swelling. We try our best to keep you from looking like a chipmunk! Once the clots are formed these are like band-aids to the bone and will allow for faster healing. Since we want these “band-aids” to stay you should not do anything to dislodge them. We recommend not drinking through straws and no smoking for at least 7 days after surgery. This negative pressure can actually pull out the blood clots that are present and cause what is known as a dry socket. These can be very painful and usually occur within the first 3 days after surgery if you get one at all. The best way to avoid getting a dry socket is to follow the instructions provided. Dry sockets occur when the bone and nerve are exposed and a blood clot has been dislodged after an extraction. AVOID A DRY SOCKET:
WHAT TO EAT & DRINK AFTER SURGERY:
To discuss proper use of pain medications after your surgery please call our offices to discuss each case individually. If you ever have a question or concern that we have not addressed please contact us! Post navigationWhat drinks are good after wisdom teeth removal?Stay well hydrated!. Stay well hydrated! ... . Gatorade, Juice (non-acidic), and Milk are also good options.. Immediately following surgery we recommend cool soft foods: Ice-cream, Jello, Pudding, Applesauce, Yogurt, Protein shakes or Milkshakes (no straws!).. How long after wisdom teeth removal Can I drink liquids?Be sure to eat foods that are soft for the first 24 hours after surgery. Avoid hot foods and drinks for several hours after surgery. Also do not drink from a straw for at least 24 hours. These precautions will give your mouth a better chance to heal properly.
What drinks can I drink after tooth extraction?After your procedure, focus on drinking lots of water to facilitate healing and stay hydrated. Beverages like Gatorade, Powerade, and Pedialyte can also be great options to help you stay hydrated and heal up quickly.
Can I drink Sprite after tooth extraction?DO NOT spit, rinse, suck through a straw, smoke, drink carbonated/alcoholic beverages, and hot foods/liquids for at least 24 hours.
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