Nutrition is an important part when wisdom teeth is making an appearance. Along with hydration, you need vitamins, minerals, and plenty of protein to help your body heal and restore healthy mouth tissue. But you can’t eat anything you want. You need to avoid tough, hard or chewy foods. You should also stay away from spicy foods and hot temperatures, as these foods can irritate and disrupt your gums.
1. Mashed or Pureed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes
While chunks of big potatoes aren’t a good idea, pureed or mashed potato are fine. In fact, they are a good source of vitamin C and magnesium. And their texture makes them easy to eat.
2. Soft Dairy Products
Ice cream
Dairy products provide calcium, vitamins, minerals and protein. You have several choices for eating dairy as food for after wisdom teeth removal. This includes milk, cottage cheese, yogurt, and kefir or other yogurt-like liquids. You can even choose treats like ice cream or frozen yogurt.
3. Soups
Soups
Soups and broths give you savory options while you are recovering from wisdom teeth removal. Broths have less nutritional value than soups, but they are thin and easy to eat. Soups can help you feel fuller than broths, but you have to choose the right kind.
4. Smoothies and Milkshakes
Milkshakes
Smoothies and milkshakes are a great way to get dairy and fruits in one place. You could even add vegetables to your smoothies for extra nutrition. Protein shakes and supplemental nutrition drinks, such as Boost or Ensure, are other options.
5. Eggs
Eggs
Eggs are an excellent source of protein. They also contain a good variety of vitamins and nutrients. Eating them poached or scrambled counts as soft or semi soft foods. You could even make an omelet with some melted cheese. But don’t add vegetables or meats until you can eat solid foods.
6. Tender Fish
Tender fish
Fish is another great source of protein. Plus, some types of fish are high in omega-3 fatty acids, which may be especially helpful for oral health and healing. Canned fish is generally easy to eat. And you can cook fresh fish until it is soft and tender.