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You've Had Your Wisdom Teeth Removed — Now What?
Recovering from wisdom teeth surgery can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, which means you're going to have a significant period of time where your diet will be altered. After surgery there are foods you’ll need to avoid as your jaw and gums heal, but more importantly, you'll need to keep your nutrition up so that your entire body get the nutrients it needs. We checked in with experts Dr. Michelle Yanover, DDS, who is a practicing dentist in Connecticut, and Sandra P Schoenbach, DMD, a general dentist practicing in White Plains, NY and New York City, to get their top tips.