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You know it was time to get those wisdom teeth removed, but good grief now your mouth is pretty sore! You decide to meet your buddies at the bar to watch the game with some beers to dull the pain, no big deal, right? The truth is that drinking alcohol after a tooth extraction can delay your healing time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read on to learn about tooth extractions<\/a>, find out how long you\u2019re going to need to pass on that drink, and why it\u2019s going to pay off in the long run! <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Is a Tooth Extraction? <\/em><\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Simple extractions usually involve removing a tooth that\u2019s visible in your mouth. Surgical extractions occur when a tooth has broken at the gumline or failed to erupt, such as an impacted wisdom tooth. You might need an extraction due to infection, injury, or to make room in your mouth for orthodontic treatment, but no matter the reason or type of tooth extraction, alcohol should be avoided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Is Alcohol a Problem After You Get a Tooth Removed? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After you get a tooth pulled, a blood clot must form in the extraction area until granulation tissue develops, which can take one week or more. If the blood is not able to clot, you could develop a \u201cdry socket.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This painful condition slows your recovery process. It could require more follow-up visits with your dental professional and leave you in extreme discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Long After a Tooth Extraction Do You Need to Pass on Alcohol?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s best to avoid alcohol after getting a tooth pulled for as long as your dentist recommends, but the safest bet is to wait at least 7-10 days. Try to drink water instead because hydration is important during the healing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should also be careful not to mix any pain relief medications you are taking with alcohol. It\u2019s best to wait until you no longer require pain meds before drinking alcohol again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Suggestions to Make Your Tooth Extraction Recovery Go Smoothly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are tips to ensure your tooth extraction recovery goes well:<\/p>\n\n\n\n