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For what reasons exactly are you not supposed to drink with a straw when you have teeth pulled?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Vacuum: The suction caused by using a straw may cause a vacuum (negative pressure) inside your mouth, causing the blood clots on the sockets to dislodge, especially if you have an oro-antral communication. Heed your surgeon's warnings to help prevent a dry socket.
Answered 9/12/2013
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Also: Avoid spitting, rinsing vigorously or smoking as these activities may also dislodge the clot in tour extraction site.
Answered 9/12/2013
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