Despite its prevalence, a tooth extraction operation is a complex surgical procedure that requires special attention from both the doctor and the patient.
The slightest negligence admitted by the doctor, as well as non-compliance by the patient with the basic rules during the postoperative period can lead to the appearance of edema, infection of the wound canal and, as a result, the development of the inflammatory process in the oral cavity.
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When to eat and drink after tooth extraction
For rapid healing of the wound, as well as the prevention of pain, swelling and other unpleasant phenomena, it is strictly necessary after the removal of the tooth follow a few rules and follow the recommendations of the dentist. The doctor will advise you on oral cavity care after tooth extraction, and also tell you what you can eat and how long it will take.
How long can not eat? If the operation was easy and without complications, food is already possible. after 2−3 hours after a surgical procedure. For more serious intervention, you should refrain from eating for 4-6 hours.
Approximate diet after tooth extraction: after 2−3 hours after tooth extraction, you can have a little snack. Desirable avoid hard food and give preference to dishes of a uniform consistency: cereals, mashed potatoes, yogurt, etc. Avoid eating hot foods, as this may lead to the dissolution of the protective clot formed in the hole.
3-4 days later food can be varied pasta, fruits and vegetables, fish, steam cutlets, etc. Exclude from the diet smoked, salty and spicy dishes, as well as avoid eating solid foods (nuts, crackers, etc.) in order to prevent injury to the gums. Be careful with hard fruit. You can not eat apples, hard pears, etc.
As before, during this period it is necessary monitor the temperature of food and drinks. Too cold food, before eating, must be heated, and hot, on the contrary, cool to a temperature of 37−40 degrees.
Why not eat after tooth extraction
The ban on the use of food immediately after the operation to remove the tooth is due to the following reasons:
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The load on the injured gum tissue can cause not only pain, but also bleeding, especially when eating hot foods. - High probability of infection of the open wound channel. Residues of food, and together with them, harmful microorganisms can get into the hole formed after extraction of the tooth, thereby triggering an inflammatory process.
- Chewing food creates an additional burden on the damaged gums. At the same time, it is possible to increase the pain syndrome, which in most cases occurs after the termination of the action of anesthesia, and the healing process of the wound channel may be delayed.
- After the removal of a tooth, a blood clot forms at the bottom of the hole, which, even with careful food intake, is very easily damaged. This clot serves as a kind of protection, and if it is rejected, bone tissue is exposed and favorable conditions are created for penetration of the pathogenic bacteria. Dry hole syndrome may develop and alveolitis may occur.
- The anesthesia continues for some time after tooth extraction. During this period, the patient is greatly reduced sensitivity of the mucous membrane, tongue, palate and gums.
When chewing and biting food, there may be an accidental injury to the soft tissue, which can occur completely unnoticed by humans. The appearance of additional abrasions and wounds in the mouth increases the risk of infection and the development of the inflammatory process.
What and when you can drink
After the removal of the tooth, it is also recommended to abandon the use of fluid for 1-2 hours, you can take alcohol no earlier than after three days. On the first day after surgery, it is undesirable to drink carbonated drinks. Allowed warm coffee, tea and plain water.
You can drink juice, but not through a straw, it is better from a glass, trying to make small sips. When conducting antibiotic therapy do not use alcoholic beverages. This prohibition applies to the entire period of treatment.
Why not drink alcohol
This need to talk separately. There are several reasons explaining the ban on alcohol after tooth extraction.
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Alcohol thins the blood and increases blood pressure. These factors combine to cause increased bleeding from damaged gums. - The use of alcohol-containing drinks, especially strong ones, is not complete without a snack, and it is impossible to eat in the first hours after tooth extraction.
- Alcohol helps to reduce the body's defenses and has a negative effect on the liver. And the presence of good immunity is especially important in the postoperative period, when the body must promptly restore the damaged tissue and throw all its strength against harmful microorganisms that have entered the oral cavity.
- As a rule, after a tooth extraction operation, antihistamines and painkillers are prescribed by a doctor, and in some cases, antibiotics. All these drugs can not be used in combination with alcoholic beverages, since this greatly increases the load on the liver. She begins to work in the enhanced mode, although, at first glance, it is imperceptible.
However, a hypertensive crisis or anaphylactic shock that can occur with a combination of drugs and alcohol will not be ignored. If this happens, the patient should urgently deliver to the clinicotherwise death is possible.
Can I drink beer after tooth extraction
Many believe that beer is not an alcoholic drink, so its use is harmless in any situation. However, this is not the case.
First, the beer drink contains yeast-like microorganisms that, entering the oral cavity, begin to accumulate in the hole formed after removal and actively reproduce there. As a result of this, it is possible development of the inflammatory process and the occurrence of severe swelling of the cheek and gums.
Secondly, when drinking beer from the neck of the bottle, active suction of air occurs, as a result of which a vacuum is formed in the oral cavity. And this, in turn, threatens blood clot rejection, which can cause the alveolitis to appear dry.
Dentist recommendations
Many patients are concerned about the question: is it possible to brush my teeth after surgery to remove? Of course, carry out oral hygiene need anyway. But care should be taken when cleaning the injured area in order to avoid additionally soft tissue damage and drainage, as well as accidental removal of a blood clot.
Another question that concerns many people, especially men: is it possible to smoke, and if not, how long? Dentists recommend refrain from smoking at least in the first day after tooth extraction.
The fact is that when smoking is the same as when drinking alcohol, the vessels begin to expand and this can cause re-bleeding.In addition, when pulling smoke into the mouth in large quantities harmful microorganisms enterthat can provoke inflammation.
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