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Why Do Wisdom Teeth Need to Be Removed?Wisdom teeth are third molars—the final teeth that grow as you approach adulthood. Healthy third molars emerge between the ages of 17 and 25. But if, like most people, you do not have enough space in the back of your mouth for more teeth, wisdom teeth present a variety of issues as they grow:
Removing wisdom teeth can help you keep all your teeth in alignment and maintain good oral health. How We Prepare You for RecoveryOur surgical team will spend time with you before your procedure to ensure you know what to expect. After wisdom teeth removal, we will do the following:
Why Will Your Diet Be Restricted After the Procedure?Most patients recover within a few days of wisdom teeth removal, but what you eat in the initial phase can ensure a successful outcome. A temporary change in diet after wisdom tooth removal protects the surgical sites and supports the healing process.
Immediately after wisdom teeth removal, we will place gauze over the surgical sites and apply just enough pressure to promote clotting. After 45 minutes to an hour, you can remove the gauze to eat or drink. What Can You Eat After Wisdom Teeth Removal?After wisdom teeth removal, you can eat soft, easy-to-chew foods that are room temperature or cold but not icy. Try to think less about the consistency of the food and more about how much chewing it involves. For example, pancakes are super-soft, but you will probably have to chew them extensively. And excessive chewing can irritate the surgical sites or dislodge a blood clot. On the day of surgery and for the next day or two, you may eat:
Within a few days, healing usually progresses enough to add other foods back into your diet gradually.
Reminders:
Foods to Avoid After SurgerySome foods can irritate the surgical site and disrupt the healing process. Avoid these foods after wisdom teeth surgery:
Do Your Wisdom Teeth Need to Be Removed?Even if you do not feel pain or discomfort, problems with your wisdom teeth might be lurking beneath the surface. If you live in the Baltimore area, request a consultation or exam at the Maryland Center for Oral Surgery and Dental Implants. We have offices near Owings Mills, Hunt Valley, and Bel Air. Can you eat waffle fries after wisdom teeth removal?DO NOT eat fried or crunchy foods with hard pieces for at least 7 days. DO NOT SMOKE OR USE TOBACCO AT ANY TIME. DO NOT suck through a straw for 4 days. DO NOT swish your mouth with water or any mouth wash for 4 days.
Can I eat pancakes 4 days after wisdom teeth removal?After 24 hours add more solid foods such as pancakes, eggs, mashed potatoes, soft pasta, anything you can cut easily with a fork, to your diet. It is best to avoid crunchy, hard foods like popcorn, nuts and chips for one week following surgery.
Can u eat pancakes after wisdom teeth removal?You can even eat pancakes! They're light, fluffy, and easy on your extraction sites (Tip: you can make breads even easier to chew by letting them sit in your mouth for a few seconds and softening them with your saliva).
What breakfast can I eat after wisdom teeth removal?Soup. Broth-based or blended soups are great following wisdom teeth removal because they do not require chewing and do not contain anything that can damage the extraction sites. ... . Scrambled Eggs. Eggs are an excellent food to eat after oral surgery. ... . Mashed Potatoes. ... . Yogurt. ... . Applesauce. ... . Smoothies. ... . Hummus. ... . Instant Oatmeal.. |