Normal eating will not be affected after tooth extraction, but it is recommended to wait for the anesthesia to wear off before eating after tooth extraction to avoid biting the lips and tongue due to the temporary loss of local sensation. It is generally recommended not to eat or drink anything for 2 hours. In addition, when eating watermelon, you should avoid chewing with the affected side to avoid aggravating the discomfort.
The main component of watermelon is water, and its calorie is low, containing about 37 kilocalories per 100 grams, and also contains 9.5g of carbohydrates, after tooth extraction, eating watermelon can provide water and energy for the body. In addition, after tooth extraction, can also be appropriate to eat chilled watermelon, in order to help reduce local bleeding and pain.
Within 24 hours after tooth extraction, patients should avoid brushing their teeth, rinsing their mouths or licking the wound with their tongues. If the pain is severe, painkillers such as ibuprofen and diclofenac sodium can be taken orally as prescribed by the doctor.