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How long till i can start eating small particle foods (ie: rice, oatmeal, etc) after having bilateral wisdom teeth removal?

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Dr. Benjamin Dancygier answered

Specializes in Pediatric Dentistry

Good post extraction: i would follow your doctors written post op instructions which you should have received at the appt to remove your wisdom teeth. Generally we recommend waiting 3-5 days before eating anything that is not very soft. Also remember no smoking and avoid drinking through straws.

Dr Malerman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/7/2021

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