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After wisdom teeth removal you must rest, refrain from activities such as smoking and drinking through a straw, and change the gauze over the affected socket. A fast and relatively painless recovery also requires consuming the right foods, as hard, crunchy foods can dislodge the blood clot on your wisdom tooth socket in addition to irritating already sensitive gum tissue. Stay on a soft food diet until your oral surgeon says otherwise.

Top 6 Soft Foods to Enjoy After Wisdom Teeth Removal

1. Soup & Broth

Soups and broths are easy to sip after wisdom teeth removal and feature an array of nutrients to help you heal and restore your energy. Bone broth, for example, reduces inflammation, improves immune system function, and strengthens bones and teeth among many other benefits helpful to your recovery.

2. Applesauce

Created from pureed apples, applesauce features a healthy dose of vitamin C to boost your immune system. Studies show vitamin C promotes wound healing in addition to aiding the immune system and protecting cells from damaging free radicals.

3. Scrambled Eggs

wisdom teeth removalThis easy-to-chew form of protein helps you stay satiated during your recovery. Scrambled eggs also provide the body with omega-3 fatty acids that, like vitamin C, assist with wound healing.

4. Yogurt

Greek yogurt helps increase your daily intake of vitamins, minerals, and protein during wisdom teeth removal recovery in addition to providing a soothing chill over inflamed gums. Use it to increase your zinc consumption if necessary for faster healing time.

5. Mashed Soft Fruits

Mashing already-soft fruits such as bananas and avocados makes it easy to keep your fruit intake high. Both are rich in potassium as well as the immune-boosting vitamins B6, C, and K.

6. Cottage Cheese

Cottage cheese offers a versatile breakfast or lunch option that also helps you get enough protein. Studies show protein provides the body with an essential building block during recoveries of all kinds.

 

Oral Surgery Associates of Alaska provides residents throughout Anchorage County, AK, with a full suite of oral pathology services, including jaw surgery and wisdom teeth removal. Both Dr. William F. Bergeron, Jr. and Dr. Ray Holloway are board-certified in oral and maxillofacial surgery and work with an experienced, fully-trained team dedicated to your care and recovery. Call (907) 561-1430 today to schedule an appointment or learn more about what the oral surgeons do online. Like the Facebook page for additional tips and resources.

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