Can i drink from a straw 10 days after tooth extraction

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    Can I use a straw 11 days after tooth extraction?

    SMOKING: DO NOT smoke at least 72 hours (3 days) prior to or for 1 week after tooth surgery, since it is very detrimental to the healing process and will greatly increase your risk of DRY socket. DO NOT suck through a straw for the first 2 weeks after tooth surgery, as this will increase your risk of DRY socket.

    Can I use a straw 7 days after tooth extraction?

    No Spitting: Do not spit for the first 7 days. Spitting can dislodge a blood clot, triggering bleeding and severe dry socket pain. If you feel like you need to spit, gently rinse water in your mouth and then let the water passively fall into the sink. No Straws: Avoid straws for 7 days.

    When can you start drinking from a straw after tooth extraction?

    DO NOT spit, rinse, suck through a straw, smoke, drink carbonated/alcoholic beverages, and hot foods/liquids for at least 24 hours. Passively empty your mouth when needed over a sink. You will want to avoid anything that creates negative pressure (sucking) in your mouth.

    Can I use a straw 2 weeks after tooth extraction?

    You should not use a straw after having the wisdom teeth removed because if you dislodge the blood clot, the extraction socket will continue to keep bleeding. After the extraction, we want to achieve hemostasis, which is getting the wound to stop bleeding as soon as possible.

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