Quote Originally Posted by buttercup132
...has any1 else had theres taken out?
Yes, 7 years ago I had all 27 teeth that were left taken. I feel your pain. Yes, the stitches are annoying... but don't mess with them. (I know it's hard)

  • Rinse your mouth with warm salt water several times a day to reduce swelling and relieve pain. This helps more than you know...
  • Change gauze pads before they become soaked with blood. Using the warm salt water solution will help if they feel like they are sticking to the stitches... mine did.
  • Relax after surgery. Physical activity may increase bleeding. When they took my Wisdom Teeth I was off work and had to take it easy for about 4 days... several weeks after they took all my teeth.
  • Eat soft foods, such as gelatin, pudding, or a thin soup. Gradually add solid foods to your diet as healing progresses. I did a lot of instant potatoes, milkshakes (NO STRAW), soups, Cream of Wheat/ Oatmeal... even baby food.
  • Do not lie flat. This may prolong bleeding. Prop up your head with pillows. I slept in a recliner
  • Avoid rubbing the area with your tongue. As tempting as it is, the last thing you want is a Dry Socket.... OUCH!
  • Continue to brush your teeth and tongue carefully.
  • Drinking lots of water helps to.
I hope some of that helps... I hope thay gave you some pain meds, they really help. Hope your healed in no time.

Katie