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Why am i not supposed to be drinking through a straw after tooth extraction?
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It can: Dislodge the blood clot and delay healing and possibly cause a dry socket.
Answered 5/3/2018
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Healing delay: It is recommended not to drink from a straw for 3 days after a tooth extraction. Any suction in the mouth is not recommended because it can dislodge the blood cloth and cause the healing to be late.
Answered 5/3/2018
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