AZ
A 23-year-old male asked:
i had my wisdom teeth removed 5 days ago i still have mild pain when can i start eatting chips and when can i smoke ?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Robert Douglasanswered
Orthodontics 51 years experience
Go for it: You should be able to eat chips now. Be sure to rinse your mouth after eating. You know the answer for smoking. Why not take this opportunity to quit? A patch or nicotine gum will help you. Good luck
2.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Paul Grinanswered
Pain Management 36 years experience
Not recommended: Dentists recommend that you avoid crunchy food and smoking for one week, because it can dislodge the blood clot and can lead to problems like dry socket.
2.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Arnold Malerman commented
Orthodontics 53 years experience
Every cigarette is n7 minutes off your life, more than 2 hours per pack. You've been 5 days without a cigarette. Good for you! Wouldn't it be wonderful if you could make it 6, or 10, or...
Sep 20, 2015
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