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A member asked:

Had tonsillectomy on monday the 10th. the dr didnt tell me anything about oral hygiene, dos and donts. i was just told to eat snacks,fizzy drinks,steak and ice water. i need a more detailed list of what to avoid. please help.

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Tonsillectomy: The cleaner your mouth, the less chance of hearing complications. Brush teeth gently for 2 full unites by the clock 2x/day. Do not use toothpaste for 1 week, just plain water. Floss daily. Call your Surgeon for questions about foods.

Answered 2/13/2020

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