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A member asked:
How long before i can start chewing with my back teeth after wisdom teeth surgery?
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When you are healed: Chewing will be much more comfortable when you are healed. Since everyone heals at a different pace, no exact time can be given. A couple of day to a week or so is normal.
Answered 5/21/2013
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Extractions & Diet: No sutures and non-impacted wisdom teeth removed - whenever it feels comfortable. Sutures and impacted wisdom teeth removed - soft foods for a week then advance as tolerated. Much is dependent on what feels comfortable for you and range of motion. Semi-solids are always good to stick to for the first week before venturing back into firm solids. No need to rush.
Answered 4/7/2019
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