{"id":212,"date":"2021-04-07T01:58:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-07T01:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.peeryfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=212"},"modified":"2021-05-14T02:03:27","modified_gmt":"2021-05-14T02:03:27","slug":"wisdom-tooth-removal-healing-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.peeryfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wisdom-tooth-removal-healing-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Take Care of Your Smile After a Wisdom Tooth Extraction"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Each year, about 5 million people in the United States have their wisdom teeth removed. This is because such a large percentage of people don\u2019t have enough room in their mouth for them to erupt properly without causing issues in the mouth. No one enjoys having their teeth extracted, but you will have a much easier time if you follow your dentist\u2019s instructions and an excellent aftercare regimen. Continue reading for some tips to aid you after wisdom tooth removal<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Long Does Wisdom Tooth Recovery Take?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It can take up to two weeks in order for you to completely recover from your wisdom tooth extraction. Over the first 24 hours, blood clots will form, and the healing process will begin. For the next two to three days, you can expect inflammation in the mouth to improve. By the second week, stiffness, soreness, and bruising should fade away. At this time, most patients are able to resume their life as normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for a Smooth Wisdom Teeth Removal Recovery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are some tips that can help your mouth to recover without complications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n