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Is it safe to be smoking after wisdom teeth removal?
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No: Negative pressure caused by smoking or a straw can pull out the blood clot and result in a dry socket.
Answered 6/24/2015
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No: No. Increases risk of dry socket and delayed healing. Smoking also not good in general. Make sure your wisdom teeth are evaluated and treated by an oral surgeon.
Answered 6/26/2015
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