HomeAnswersDentistrywisdom teethAfter forty minutes of removing the extraction stitch, when can I swallow and drink water?

The dentist removed an extraction site stitch, an hour back. Can I swallow and drink water now?

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Dr. Purva Jingar

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Published At September 28, 2017
Reviewed AtJanuary 29, 2024

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I got a lower left wisdom tooth removed, and I went to a dentist after four days. And he removed the stitch and put Alvogyl. I am at home, and it has been an hour, and I have saliva in my mouth. Can I swallow it and drink water? I am not sure if they said after 40 minutes to rinse or not to.

Answered by Dr. Purva Jingar

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Yes, you can swallow and after 40 minutes, you can rinse too if the site is cured and there is no cut visible. I suggest you try following some instruction for a few days. Do not stretch the mouth a lot. Give yourself rest and do not eat spicy food. Rinse your mouth with salt water. Maintain oral hygiene properly. Do not chew hard food. Do not keep food in the mouth for too long. Use an ice pack after 40 minutes. Wish you good health and happiness. Keep me updated with the improvements.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Purva Jingar
Dr. Purva Jingar

Dentistry

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