Wisdom recovery: The best way is to follow the instructions given to you from your doctor. No smoking for 24-48 hours. No alcohol for 24-48 hours. No lifting or heavy exercise for 24-48 hours. Do not suck through straw for 24-48 hours. Soft foods for the 24 hours. Rinse your mouth with warm salt water 3x a day or after meals. Rest and relax.
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Follow instructions: The most important aspect to recover from any extraction is to follow post op instructions. You should use ice for the first 24 hours to reduce inflammation. Do not spit or rinse for 24 hours, but begin warm salt water rinses after 24 hours of your surgery. Most important do not smoke which will impede healing.
Answered 8/22/2012
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