After Wisdom Tooth Extraction, Can I Exercise Right Away?

After wisdom tooth extraction, can I exercise right away?

� Wisdom teeth are the last molars located at the very back of the mouth.

They usually start erupting in the late teens to early twenties, after puberty.

� In general, four wisdom teeth erupt in total,

one on each side of the upper and lower jaws,

but in some cases they do not erupt at all,

and the number, location, and shape can vary from person to person.

� However, because wisdom teeth erupt last and are positioned deep in the mouth,

they often cause various problems within the oral cavity.

� Cavities and gum inflammation can easily occur,

and in severe cases, cysts may develop or adjacent teeth may also be damaged,

so in such cases, extraction is recommended.

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� After wisdom tooth extraction,

careful management is essential until the wound heals.

� If precautions are neglected,

complications such as dry socket can occur,

so you must strictly follow the instructions provided by the dental clinic. Among the many questions people ask, one common one is about [exercise after wisdom tooth extraction]. Today, we will explain in detail when exercise is possible after extraction and what points you should be careful about! 👀

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Exercise after wisdom tooth extraction, Can I do it right away?

After having a wisdom tooth removed, when the pain subsides, many people wonder, "Now that I feel better, can I exercise?"

� However, if you start exercising too forcefully, there are quite a few cases where inflammation develops at the extraction site, leading to the need for additional treatment.

� Although the healing speed varies from person to person,

the wound usually takes about 1 to 2 weeks to heal.

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� A simple walk is generally not a big problem,

but strenuous exercise that makes your heart beat quickly should be avoided for at least about a week.

� Intense exercise can excessively increase blood circulation, which may cause bleeding again,

and movements that involve straining muscles can put pressure on the surgical site, possibly causing the sutures to come loose.

� Therefore, during the recovery period, it is necessary to avoid overexertion as much as possible and get plenty of rest.

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� In addition, after the extraction, it is important to keep the gauze placed by the dental clinic in your mouth for about 2 hours so that bleeding can stop properly.

� At this time, if saliva or blood collects in your mouth,

it is better to swallow it rather than forcing it out, as this helps recovery.

� Also, immediately after the extraction, avoid hot or irritating foods,

and it is better to eat soft, mild foods as much as possible.

� Also, for at least 1 to 2 weeks, practicing no alcohol and no smoking will help speed recovery! Please be sure to keep this in mind. For about a week after wisdom tooth extraction, avoid exercise, and if you follow the various precautions explained by the dental clinic, it will help you recover more quickly! :) 💕

Seoul Ob Dental Hospital Jamsil 4th and 5th Floors, 196 Baekjegobun-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul