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Wisdom tooth extraction
I got my wisdom tooth extraction..Wanted to know how many post surgery can i get back to my normal diet like whn cn i start eating solids & crunchy foods
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Depends on healing
Ideally you start eating solid food after 6-7 days if sutured is placed
Or it's normally extracted then tale atleast 14 days
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do regular slightly warm water rinse 3-4 times a day
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still pain after eating food then
consultation must....
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Hereâs some guidance on when you can return to your normal diet, including eating solids and crunchy foods: Initial Healing Period: For the first 24-48 hours after your extraction, stick to a diet of soft foods and liquids. This helps minimize discomfort and reduces the risk of disrupting the blood clot forming in the socket. Gradual Introduction of Foods: Days 3-7: Continue with soft foods like yogurt, mashed potatoes, smoothies, soup (cooled to lukewarm), and scrambled eggs. Avoid using straws, as the suction can dislodge the clot. After the First Week: You can start introducing slightly firmer foods, such as pasta, soft-cooked vegetables, and soft meats like chicken or fish. Returning to a Normal Diet: 2 Weeks Post-Surgery: Most patients can start reintroducing more solid foods, but itâs important to chew on the opposite side of the extraction site if possible. Avoid very crunchy, hard, or sticky foods that can irritate the healing area or get stuck in the extraction site. 4-6 Weeks: By this time, you should be able to resume your normal diet, including crunchy foods, provided your healing is on track and you experience no discomfort. Monitor for Complications: Keep an eye out for signs of complications such as prolonged pain, swelling, or any signs of infection. If you experience these, contact our office immediately.
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Every patient heals differently, so listen to your body and introduce foods gradually. If you have any concerns or experience discomfort while reintroducing certain foods, please reach out back to your dental surgeon.
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Depending on your healing. After 5-7 days
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Hello!
Normal food after 3 days
Crunchy after a week or so
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After 3 days you can have normal food
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Dr. Shalini Nanda
Hair Transplant Surgeon
9 yrs exp
Bangalore
Normal food after 3 days
Crunchy after 1 week
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Dr. Rucha Pandya
Dentist
5 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
You can start having solid food after min. 10 days post extraction and for crunchy food min. 20 days post extraction for protection of the healing site.
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
You can start eating solid food three days after the extraction. Avoid chewing on the extraction side for a week. Avoid crunchy food for a week.
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