Question 1

how long is the recovery time after wisdom teeth removal?

Accepted Answer

3-7 days: Some recover within 2 days, but one week is a more realistic expectation.

Question 2

can i eat a reuben sandwich 6 days after wisdom teeth removal?

Accepted Answer

After six days....: ... and no pain, and no swelling, you are probably good to go. Enjoy the sandwich.

Question 3

what should i do to eliminate foul odor after wisdom teeth removal?

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Bad odor common: It is not uncommon to have a bad odor or taste after extractions.  Food or debris can get stuck in sockets--do not pick at!  also, the healing clot can develop a bad odor as well as it heals.  Do not rinse with strong mouthwash as it can cause dry socket.  Leave everything alone, brush well, avoiding directly the sockets.  Once things heal you should notice an improvement.

Question 4

i have severe pain one week after wisdom teeth removal?

Accepted Answer

Wisdom tooth: Call the oral surgeon or extracting dentist ASAP about your pain.  You may have a  dry socket.  The extracting dentist can help you.

Question 5

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

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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 6

how many days of swelling after wisdom teeth removal in a teen?

Accepted Answer

Several!: If all four wisdom teeth were removed at the same time, there can be quite a lot of swelling. Don't expect the face to look completely normal within the first week. At first, ice packs applied to both sides of the face may help with pain as well as swelling. Encourage the patient to sleep with several pillows to elevate the head at all times. The swelling will get better within a week or so.

Question 7

why am i still bleeding on the 3rd day after wisdom teeth removal?

Accepted Answer

Wisdom teeth healing: You should not be bleeding 3 days after wisdom teeth extraction.  Please call the extracting dentist about this for the best advice.

Question 8

once stitches are removed after wisdom teeth removal can you eat burgers?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The sutures would most likely not be removed until there was sufficient wound closure.  You could eat whatever you want.

Question 9

can you tell me how could i reduce swelling after i had my wisdom teeth removal?

Accepted Answer

Premedication: Premedication starting a day before wisdom teeth extractions with a mild steroid (decadron) and an anti-inflammatory (motrin) will do wonders at keeping swelling and pain under control after the procedure. Review this with your treating dentist.

Question 10

how long till i can brush my teeth after wisdom teeth removal?

Accepted Answer

Anytime: You may brush your teeth at anytime.

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