After a wisdom tooth extraction or any other type of oral surgery the area will feel sensitive, so eating can be uncomfortable and even painful. Some foods that regularly seem soft like bread to us are now difficult to chew.
It is important that you do not stop eating after oral surgery. Without the nutrients you need, your recovery will be slower.
We help you choose the correct foods to avoid worsening the injury, and not make the healing time more painful and lengthy.
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No straw
The first recommendation is not to use straws or straws. When a tooth is extracted, a cavity is left in which a clot forms. Using a straw produces a sucking motion that can increase the risk of developing dry socket.
Dry socket occurs when the blood clot displaces, exposing bones and nerves, explains the American Dental Association.
However, don’t drink your smoothie through a straw. Be sure to use a spoon
What to eat
Soup
Soups and broths are smooth and nutritious. They provide you with nutrients that you need and that promote recovery, such as minerals, vitamins and protein in some cases. They also contain a lot of water, which will help you stay hydrated.
Do not consume the hot soup or broth or the wound may hurt more than usual. Make sure the vegetables or pasta are soft and you have to chew too much. Do not add ingredients that can irritate the surgery site.
Ice cream
Ice cream is a dessert with which you can indulge yourself after the extraction of a tooth. It is cold, soft and helps numb pain and decrease inflammation in the mouth.
Choose a healthy option. Consume by glass, instead of a cone and without solid mixes or toppings.
Shakes
Smoothies can replace a breakfast and are smooth. You can blend fruits like strawberries (loaded with vitamin C that promotes healing) and add a little yogurt or protein powder to increase your protein intake.
Don’t drink your smoothie through a straw, use a spoon if necessary.
Yogurt
Natural yogurt and Greek yogurt have a smooth texture, they are fresh, and the best thing is that they are full of proteins, calcium, and probiotics that can speed up the healing process.
Take care that it is not a yogurt with added sugars.
Eggs
Scrambled eggs can be softer, easier to chew, and swallow. They are a good source of protein.
Salmon and tuna
Fatty fish such as salmon and tuna are excellent sources of protein and are rich in healthy fats, such as omega-3 acids, which they can reduce inflammation and promote healing.
Avocado
Avocados are very nutritious and contain a wide variety of nutrients, including different vitamins and minerals. They are a fruit rich in antioxidants, a good source of potassium and healthy fats.
Banana’s mashed
Bananas have a soft consistency and are a good source of potassium, manganese, folate, and vitamins.
What you should not eat
Nothing crunchy
Do not eat nothing hard, crunchy, chewy, or sticky until the day your dentist gives you permission. In addition to causing pain and affecting the area, Some pieces can get stuck in the tooth hole.
Spicy and sour food
Spicy and acidic foods can irritate the gums and mouth.
Raw fruits and vegetables
Red meat
Bread
Cookies
Candy
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