Question 1

if i had teeth extracted 2 1/2 weeks ago and one had dry socket that is now healed, am i ok to drink through straws now? or drink a little coffee?

Accepted Answer

Yes: No problem with either at two weeks and comfortable.

Question 2

2 lower jaw dry sockets. 1 was packed & repacked & the other was packed once. dds took out dressing & stitches. when can i drink through straw?

Accepted Answer

24 to 48 hours: The idea for not spitting and not drinking from a straw is basically for the first 24  to 48 hours after the extraction. At that point the blood cloth is formed and it's not a crucial factor anymore.

Question 3

is it ok to drink hot drinks through plastic straw?

Accepted Answer

Not a good idea: Sucking hot liquids through a straw will prevent you from taking a small sip and potentially cause a burn.

Question 4

is there a problem with dissolving calcium tablets in water and drinking through a straw to ensure i get it all?

Accepted Answer

No: You can dissolve the tablet and drink this.

Question 5

why am i not supposed to be drinking through a straw after tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

It can: Dislodge the blood clot and delay healing and possibly cause a dry socket.

Question 6

how long after wisdom tooth removal can you start drinking through a straw again?

Accepted Answer

It is generally: Recommended that you refrain from using a straw for the first 24-48 hours post extractions.

Question 7

do you have to wait a full two weeks to drink through a straw after wisdom tooth removal? or is a week and a half okay?

Accepted Answer

What to do?: A week and a half should be ok but i cannot guarantee that, especially without personally evaluating the site in question. Sip gently or better yet, wait the extra few days.

Question 8

when can i drink through a straw after wisdom teeth removal?

Accepted Answer

Depends...: That all depends on how much soft tissue and bone was removed at the time of surgery. I have patients who can use a straw as soon as a week post surgery. However the risk of dry socket (what happens when the healing blood clot gets sucked out by pressure) is too great so do not use a straw for 2-4 weeks. What did your dentist say when they sent you home?

Question 9

how can i naturally whiten my teeth? i drink tea often and its really stained my teeth, im considering drinking through a straw but i was wondering are there any ways to whiten my teeth, apart from whitening strips?

Accepted Answer

: First of all clean your teeth well with a good commercial toothpaste. Secondly get your teeth professionally cleaned regularly. Thirdly, you can't enjoy a cup of tea through a straw. Now ask your dentist for his advice.

Question 10

it's been almost 7 days and i have dry socket in my left bottom hole after wisdom teeth removal. am i okay to drink through a straw?

Accepted Answer

Dry socket: I'm not clear if you still have pain in the socket and how well the socket is filling in with tissue. Your dentist should be following the healing process for you and he\she would be the best one to answer your question and tell you at this point what you can and can't do. Having said that, it would be better to wait until you are completely free of pain there and the socket is closed up.

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A member asked:

If i had teeth extracted 2 1/2 weeks ago and one had dry socket that is now healed, am i ok to drink through straws now? or drink a little coffee?

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2 lower jaw dry sockets. 1 was packed & repacked & the other was packed once. dds took out dressing & stitches. when can i drink through straw?

A member asked:

Is it ok to drink hot drinks through plastic straw?

A member asked:

Is there a problem with dissolving calcium tablets in water and drinking through a straw to ensure i get it all?

A member asked:

Why am i not supposed to be drinking through a straw after tooth extraction?

A member asked:

How long after wisdom tooth removal can you start drinking through a straw again?

A member asked:

Do you have to wait a full two weeks to drink through a straw after wisdom tooth removal? or is a week and a half okay?

A member asked:

When can i drink through a straw after wisdom teeth removal?

A member asked:

How can i naturally whiten my teeth? i drink tea often and its really stained my teeth, im considering drinking through a straw but i was wondering are there any ways to whiten my teeth, apart from whitening strips?

A member asked:

It's been almost 7 days and i have dry socket in my left bottom hole after wisdom teeth removal. am i okay to drink through a straw?

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