Can i have boba after wisdom teeth removal

After your wisdom teeth are removed you will need to bite down on gauze at the extraction sites so that direct pressure will allow clotting and use a cold compress/ice packet to help reduce any swelling. We try our best to keep you from looking like a chipmunk!

Once the clots are formed these are like band-aids to the bone and will allow for faster healing. Since we want these “band-aids” to stay you should not do anything to dislodge them. We recommend not drinking through straws and no smoking for at least 7 days after surgery. This negative pressure can actually pull out the blood clots that are present and cause what is known as a dry socket. These can be very painful and usually occur within the first 3 days after surgery if you get one at all. The best way to avoid getting a dry socket is to follow the instructions provided.

Dry sockets occur when the bone and nerve are exposed

and a blood clot has been dislodged after an extraction.

AVOID A DRY SOCKET:

• Do not drink sodas or anything acidic (orange juice, lemonade, etc.) for the first 7 days after surgery
• Do not drink through straws, smoke, or vape for the first 7 days after surgery
• Do not eat hard or crunchy foods
• Do not do anything to disturb the area – avoid rubbing your tongue over the site(s)
• Do not do any heavy squishing or spitting for the first 3 days after surgery
• Do not exercise vigorously for approximately 3 days after your surgery – Consult your doctor for more individualized answers.

WHAT TO EAT & DRINK AFTER SURGERY:

• Stay well hydrated! Water is the perfect drink of choice after surgery since most people will become dehydrated without realizing it.
• Gatorade, Juice (non-acidic), and Milk are also good options
• Immediately following surgery we recommend cool soft foods: Ice-cream, Jello, Pudding, Applesauce, Yogurt, Protein shakes or Milkshakes (no straws!).
• The week following surgery we recommend softer foods: Mashed potatoes, Soups, Stews, Macaroni and Cheese, Noodles, shredded or chopped meat and vegetables.
• Based on your healing process you can resume normal habits as soon as you feel ready but our recommendation is if something hurts then back up.
• If food gets caught in the areas please lightly swish with warm salt water to dislodge but do not go fishing for it!

To discuss proper use of pain medications after your surgery please call our offices to discuss each case individually. If you ever have a question or concern that we have not addressed please contact us!

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Can You Drink Coffee After Wisdom Teeth Removal? What to Know!

• After having your wisdom teeth removed, the tooth socket must develop scar tissue and heal properly after any tooth extraction. Hot or carbonated drinks can irritate the gums and interfere with the recovery process. Even iced coffee isn’t the safest beverage because of the caffeine and acidity in any type of coffee. In short, coffee after wisdom teeth surgery isn’t a good idea. The good news is if you’re healing correctly, you should be able to resume your daily cup in about five days post-surgery. Continue reading to learn more about drinking coffee after wisdom teeth removal.

  Why Coffee Isn’t a Good Idea After a Tooth Extraction

  Some dentists say it’s the caffeine. Others say it’s the acidity that can create a dry socket or the hot temperature which can irritate your gums. Regardless, health care professionals are fairly unanimous that you shouldn’t drink any type of coffee immediately following surgery. The wisest thing to do is wait about five days to enjoy your favorite cup again, if you’re healing correctly.

  You should also avoid carbonated beverages and alcohol. These drinks are even worse than coffee because of their acidity. Alcohol should be avoided for a couple weeks post-surgery because it can damage the healing site and dehydrate your body. Your focus for the next few days should be on hydrating and healing so that you can return to your life with as few complications as possible.

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  What’s Safe to Drink After Wisdom Teeth Removal?

  The most recommended drinking option after surgery is (you guessed it) good old water. Some other ideas include finely blended smoothies, fruit juice, vitamin enhanced water, and Gatorade. Whatever you choose to eat or drink in the crucial few days following your operation, make sure they’re smooth, not crunchy or able to get stuck in your teeth and gums. Try to opt for nutritious food to give your body some natural recovery fuel and stay hydrated for best results.

  Remember to never drink anything with a straw immediately after a tooth extraction! Your gums are trying to clot and become accustomed to the missing tooth. The straw could accidentally puncture the socket and cause pain and delayed healing.

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  Conclusion

  Though you should wait a few days after surgery before enjoying a delicious brew, rest assured that you should be able to enjoy your favorite beverage within a week following surgery. You’ll appreciate the rich, earthy aromas of coffee even more after your medically induced “coffee break” and that first cup post-recovery will taste so good for the wait.

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  • //www.mvalleyoralsurgery.com/blog/safe-drink-coffee-after-tooth-extraction-cambridge/
  • //www.colgate.com/en-us/oral-health/tooth-removal/alcohol-after-a-tooth-extraction-is-it-ok-to-have-a-drink
  • //www.drjohnrusso.com/blog/tooth-extraction-orlando-coffee/
  • //www.lrfamilydentalcare.com/blog/can-you-drink-coffee-after-tooth-extraction/
  • //rockclifforalsurgery.com/blog/preventing-dry-socket/
   

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  Table of Contents

  • Why Coffee Isn’t a Good Idea After a Tooth Extraction
  • What’s Safe to Drink After Wisdom Teeth Removal?
  • Conclusion

Brooke

If there's a pencil and paper on her desk, Brooke Bundy has a cup of coffee (or tea) in her hand. Brooke worked in a coffee shop for three years while she finished her Bachelor's degree in Media Studies, and studied to be a writer. She met her future husband in the coffee shop where he lingered too long over deep conversations and dark roast coffee. Now they're happily married in New Orleans, LA, where they spend their free time exploring parks and cafes with their dog Tuggles.

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