Question 1

can i have tomato sauce 48 hours after tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

: There is no contraindication to taking this food, as long as you can tolerate it.

Question 2

is it okay to smoke 48 hours after a tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Based on how difficult the extraction was and if bone had to be cut out it may be a bit early to smoke.  The blod clot that stimulates the bone to fill the socket needs to be firmly established before smoking again.

Question 3

is it true that wroth 48 hours after a tooth extraction that the fate of the socket is sealed as far as dry socket goes?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: The  socket healing, after extraction, may depend on several other factors rather than a "normal" healing time.  The overall health of the individual (diabetes, immune disorders, blood disorders, ) may affect the time range.  Also, the extraction procedure itself may affect- bony, soft tissue, both, sectioning the tooth, position of the tooth and roots prior to extraction, ) infection, home care.

Question 4

why am i still bleeding almost 72 hours after tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

Call dentist: Place a moistened (in water- not hot) tea bag (black tea not herbal or green tea) on the extraction site, hold it there or bite on it with pressure for 20 to 30 minutes.  If the bleeding is significantly slowed but still slightly bleeding, re-apply with a new tea bag for 20 to 30 minutes.   If unsuccessful, see your dentist immediately.

Question 5

42 hours after tooth extraction when is it safe to have intercourse?

Accepted Answer

Extraction: As long as you aren't getting your heart rate up or getting to physical you should be fine for intercourse.....enjoy!

Question 6

really want a cigarette but i'm trying to hold out for at least 24 hours after tooth extraction. i really don't want dry socket. when can i smoke?

Accepted Answer

5 days Non-smoker: Dry sockets are most likely to develop in the first 5 days. This is among non-smokers. Smokers have higher chance of dry socket. The longer you wait, the lower the chance. Stay away from smoking for minimum 5 days, and if you can do longer it is highly advisable. Hold out forever is even better!

Question 7

can i eat mild thai curry (just the sauce no chicken) 24 hours after a tooth extraction on the bottom right tooth thats in front of wisdom tooth?

Accepted Answer

Curry Sauce: I would recommend eating mild foods for 72 hours following an extraction.

Question 8

went to a party today45 hours after a tooth extraction.ate food and fruits prepared by people who used their hands(no glove).can the tooth's extract site get infected due to the bacteria from these people's hands that got into the food&then my mouth?

Accepted Answer

Don't worry: In general, their hands are much cleaner that the inside of your mouth.  Do you sterilize bowls, dishes, utensils before you use them?  No, they get washed, just like your friend's hands.  Do you wear gloves when you prepare your own food?  Doubtful.  You should be OK.

Question 9

can i go snowboarding 72 hours after #18 tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You should be able to perform this task as long as you have no pain, bleeding, swelling, or infection following the extraction.  If it starts to hurt, just stop and let it heal.

Question 10

why would causevthe tooth extraction site to bleed after two weeks? haven't had any bleeding since the first 24 hours.

Accepted Answer

Trauma: Although it has been two weeks, the new tissue is quite fragile, and trauma from food may have injured the site. You should be fine. If it continues bleeding, see your surgeon.

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Why am i still bleeding almost 72 hours after tooth extraction?

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42 hours after tooth extraction when is it safe to have intercourse?

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Really want a cigarette but i'm trying to hold out for at least 24 hours after tooth extraction. i really don't want dry socket. when can i smoke?

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Can i eat mild thai curry (just the sauce no chicken) 24 hours after a tooth extraction on the bottom right tooth thats in front of wisdom tooth?

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Went to a party today45 hours after a tooth extraction.ate food and fruits prepared by people who used their hands(no glove).can the tooth's extract site get infected due to the bacteria from these people's hands that got into the food&then my mouth?

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Can i go snowboarding 72 hours after #18 tooth extraction?

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Why would causevthe tooth extraction site to bleed after two weeks? haven't had any bleeding since the first 24 hours.

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