What should you not drink after a deep cleaning?
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What should you not drink after a deep cleaning?
Any food or drink that is high in acid like tomatoes, citrus fruits, pickles, fruit juice and red wine are harsh on your mouth after a deep dental cleaning. Spicy and heavily seasoned foods may also cause your mouth some discomfort.
What can I eat after a dental deep cleaning?
You may eat as tolerated after the numbness has worn off. Avoid sticky, hard (such as ice cubes, nuts, popcorn, chips), brittle, spicy, highly seasoned, or acidic foods in your diet. Foods such as soups, pasta, scrambled eggs, mashed potatoes, macaroni & cheese etc. are best.
Can you drink after a deep cleaning?
Do not consume alcoholic beverages or smoke for at least 48 hours. Some bleeding following a deep cleaning is normal, but if you experience excessive bleeding, please call our office. You can take ibuprofen or acetaminophen according to the instructions on the label or those provided by your doctor as needed.
Can you eat and drink after dental cleaning?
To receive the most out of this treatment, you will need to wait 30 minutes after your dental cleaning to eat or drink. By waiting 30 minutes, the fluoride treatment has enough time to seal around your teeth.
Can I drink iced coffee after deep cleaning?
If you do decide to receive fluoride as a preventative measure, it should be understood that you would need to wait at least 30 minutes after the cleaning to eat or drink. This goes for any food or drink! For example, refrain from any snacks, sodas, sweet tea, coffee, etc.
Can I drink from a straw after deep cleaning?
Brush the area carefully. Tooth/Teeth Extracted Keep biting pressure on gauze for 15 minutes; replace it with fresh gauze if it becomes soaked until the bleeding is under control. DO NOT smoke, drink through a straw, rinse or spit vigorously, or drink hot or carbonated beverages for 48 HOURS.
When can I drink coffee after teeth cleaning?
How long does it take gum pockets to heal?
The length of time it will take your gums to heal depends on the severity of your gum disease. It can take anywhere from 2 – 4 weeks, while deeper pockets can take months to completely heal. Because your mouth will be tender and inflamed, a soft food diet is advised for the first few days.