Woodway, TX
A 19-year-old female asked:
on tuesday i will hit my 3rd week of healing. wisdom teeth extraction. anyways is it normal that yellow/whiteish liquid is coming out of the hole wher?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

Dr. Louis Sterling answered
Prosthodontics 37 years experience
No: By this time, the surgical site should be pink or reddish/ pink with no drainage coming from the site. Return to the surgeon for a check up.
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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered
Orthodontics 53 years experience
No: Call the Surgeon for reevaluation.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
How long after my wisdom teeth extraction before can I brush my teeth with toothpaste again?
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Dr. Kaveh Niknia answered
Dentistry 22 years experience
Same day: It's important to brush your teeth, because the cleaner your mouth is, the less likely you'll get an infection. However, avoid brushing the socket (holes where the teeth used to be) or area of surgery. You don't want to disrupt the blood clot(scab) or loosen the sutures (stitches). Also, avoid aggressive swishing and gargling, if you need to spit lean over the sink and let it gently drip out.
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A 20-year-old female asked:
Is it okay to smoke weed after wisdom teeth extraction?
6 doctor answers • 20 doctors weighed in

Dr. Thomas Davis answered
Dentistry 36 years experience
Healing: No. The heat generated will not help with healing of the socket from possible dilation . Another factor is you are introducing a contaminant into a new surgical site that is trying to heal. Please try to lead a more healthy lifestyle and avoid illegal drugs. Accept my apologies if you are under a doctor's care and been prescribed for medical purposes.
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Roseville, CA
A 18-year-old female asked:
When can you resume drinking out of a straw after wisdom teeth extraction?
5 doctor answers • 14 doctors weighed in

Dr. James Wright answered
Dentistry 33 years experience
A week or more ... : It is best to avoid sucking out of a straw for a couple of weeks. The first few days are the most concerning, but better to be safe than sorry and experience a painful dry socket.
5586 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 30-year-old member asked:
What can you expect after a wisdom teeth extraction?
3 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in

Dr. Daniel Sampson answered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 26 years experience
Normal things: Might be swelling, difficulty opening your mouth and pain. These are temporary and should last a few days.
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A 29-year-old member asked:
Can you drink kefir after wisdom teeth extraction?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in

Dr. Albert E. Klitzke answered
Dentistry 9 years experience
Avoid alcohol: I am not familiar with kefir. The main thing to avoid after extractions is alcohol.
You also want to avoid and hot liquids until the anesthetic wears off.
5560 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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