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When is it safe to eat solid food after dental surgery?
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Usually: Usually as soon as you are comfortable. As long as the bleeding is controlled and you are comfortable, you should be able to start eating solid foods. This does depend on the type of surgery you had done, so speak to your surgeon about any restrictions.
Answered 9/16/2013
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