North Adams, MA
A 19-year-old female asked:
How long should i wait to eat solid foods after a wisdom tooth extraction? i had one yesterday.
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Paul Grinanswered
Pain Management 38 years experience
48-72 hours: Wisdom teeth extraction limits your diet the most during the first 48 hours after surgery. After the first couple of days, you can begin to eat solid food. Take care.
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A Verified Doctoranswered
47 years experience
Ask The Tooth Fairy: Generally, a day or two after the extraction you can start to chow down, but chew on the opposite side for a while. Some persons can start the next day, but I'd keep it soft and bland for a day or two and rinse thoroughly after eating. Any increasing pain or bleeding warrants a call to your dentist. And don't worry, you won't be less wise for losing that tooth, just less solvent.
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A 48-year-old member asked:
After wisdom tooth extraction, when can I start eating solid food?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. James Batesanswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 38 years experience
Postop Diet: You should be on a strictly liquid diet the first couple of days, followed by a very soft, non-chewing diet for at least a week. It's not in your best interest to eat normal solid food for at least a week or two after having your wisdom teeth surgically removed. Ask your oral surgeon and follow their instructions!
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A 29-year-old female asked:
How long do I have to wait before going to work after a wisdom tooth extraction?
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Dr. Jeremy Hodgeanswered
19 years experience
Longer the better: I typically recommend you have a couple days to rest after having teeth out. The main reason is that you have undergone a minor surgery and your body needs time to heal. But I have had some people back to work that afternoon (against my recommendations). Give yourself at least one day to rest if possible.
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