Question 1

help please! is bleeding 2 days after getting wisdom teeth pulled normal?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends.  Was the surgery pretty straightforward or were there complications?  How much bleeding is there?  It's not uncommon for the extraction sites to ooze for a few days, but if there's a lot of blood, i'd get a follow up appointment with the surgeon for a check.

Question 2

how long should i wait to eat spicy foods after getting wisdom teeth pulled?

Accepted Answer

Wisdom teeth: Typically one should wait at least a week to eat spicy foods after having their wisdom teeth extracted.  Two weeks is more safe, heat can dissolve the protective blood clot that forms in the socket after the tooth is extracted.  If the blood clot is removed or lost, then dry socket may occur, which can be very painful.  The longer you wait, the safer you are.

Question 3

how soon after getting wisdom teeth pulled can i brush my teeth?

Accepted Answer

Follow Instructions: Your oral surgeon should have given you post op instructions... they all do. It is critical not to disturb the clot or the sutures by either brushing or rinsing. After 24 hours gentle brushing and rinsing should be fine, but you should confirm this with your surgeon for your situation since every extraction is different.

Question 4

can you drink alcohol after getting wisdom teeth pulled?

Accepted Answer

No: If you are on pain meds, no!

Question 5

what can help clear an infection after getting wisdom teeth pulled besides amoxicillin?

Accepted Answer

Clindamycin et al: Clindamycin and Keflex are some common antibiotics used for oral surgery.  However, Keflex can have some cross-allergy if you are allergic to penicillin.

Question 6

is it safe to play sports after getting wisdom teeth pulled?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If the surgery was complex i would wait at least a week to ten days before participating in any physical sport. If the surgery was simple and the teeth were not impacted and removed without cutting gums or bone then waiting a few days should be fine.

Question 7

what is the earliest time after getting my wisdom teeth pulled out can i get a nose job?

Accepted Answer

Any time: You can have a rhinoplasty as soon as you feel recovered from your dental surgery. The two operations do not interfere with each other.  Assuming you are healthy, the anesthesia should not be risky.

Question 8

how can i feel after getting my wisdom teeth pulled?

Accepted Answer

Varies widely: All your questions should be answered by the dentist actually removing your wisdom teeth.  He\she knows you & your situation best.  You will be completely numb and not feel anything.  Expect some soreness, swelling, bleeding, all which varies depending upon you and the difficulty of the extractions. You will be given a prescription for appropriate pain medication.

Question 9

what willit feel like after getting your wisdom teeth pulled?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Everyone is different.  Usually there will be some discomfort, swelling, limited opening, liquid diet initially and tired.   Often patients do well and the recovery is quick.

Question 10

how can you tell me how i will feel after getting my wisdom teeth pulled?

Accepted Answer

Experience: Like I have said before, &quot;this ain&#x27;t my first rodeo. &quot; based upon your x-ray and clinical health presentation, we can determine the potential outcome for your surgery. On healthtap, it&#x27;s really just an educated guess based on your age that you tell us. Good luck!

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