After dental surgery, you wouldn’t want anything hard to touch your mouth until you are completely free from pain. Of course, ice cream is the first thing you would think about, but, you must consider that as much as you are limited to what you can eat, you still need to be nutritious.
Dentists recommend several easy-to-make meals, which can be easy on your healing surgery and fill your stomach. According to general dentist Nathan Janowicz, soft foods after oral surgery include fruits like berries, bananas, watermelon, peaches, cooked spaghetti, rice, mashed potatoes, and scrambled eggs.
The Dr also states that you can chop, puree, or mash some vegetables into more digestible portions or textures.
The following meals are also suggested by several medical experts.
Blended soups: It’s recommended by Healthline that you eat blended soups, such as tomato and pumpkin soup, for the first five days following your teeth extraction. “They don’t need to be chewed, are simple to eat, and don’t have any pieces that can irritate the surgery sites.” The medical publication also suggests that nutritious veggies and legumes, which are high in micronutrients, can also be added to blended soups. “Plus, soup can help you stay hydrated, which is very important after surgery.” It’s best to make sure your soups are chilled or lukewarm, as hot soups might irritate skin.
Applesauce: Because apples are a hard no after tooth removal, applesauce is an ideal option, states Healthline. “Eating applesauce is one way to increase your fruit intake within 24 hours of surgery. It’s rich in vitamins B, C, and E and copper.” Applesauce is usually made from pureed skinless apples which are cored.
Smoothies: Colgate suggests that after your oral surgery, you can help yourself with some smoothies as they are soft and do not require chewing. “Blend the fruits with some yoghurt or kefir to add protein, calcium and probiotics to the drink. ” The above dental health company also states that yoghurt or another similar dairy product can also lessen the smoothie’s acidity, which will make it less likely to bother sensitive gums.
Scrambled eggs: According to Colgate, another great option after tooth surgery is scrambled eggs, provided they’re not too hot. “They are soft and rich in protein.”
The Cleveland Clinic advises that one avoids the following after tooth surgery;
- Spicy dishes such as hot sauce and salsa.
- Acidic foods include vinegar, orange juice, tomato juice, and lemonade.
- Foods that are hard or crunchy, such as crackers, chips, cookies, and nuts; especially those that contain seeds.
Also see: Wisdom teeth – Is it necessary to have them removed?
