Recovering as soon as possible should be your core focus after dental surgery.
Your dental surgery just ended. It’s 2 PM—a perfect time to reward yourself with some chicken wings for braving through the entire procedure. But just before you pull up to a nearby restaurant, you remember your teeth can’t handle crispy wings in their current states.
I am so impressed with this Place. The staff is super friendly and explains everything in great detail and really takes their time with their patients. I came here after 15+ years of not having Dental insurance or the means to see a Dentist.
Needless to say, my teeth were in pretty bad shape, and I needed a deep periodontal cleaning. When I went in for consultation back in February I was totally nervous, anxious had no clue what to expect. I just knew that I needed to a tooth that was falling out pulled and needed to do something about my teeth.
After talking with a staff member and Dr. Hoffmann I felt totally at ease. Both my procedures in Feb and May went incredibly well and I woke up from both with an incredible smile.
I came back today for follow up and cleaning my Hygienist was awesome I still had some sensitivity around my front teeth and when she noticed I flinched she stopped and said do you need break, or do you want me to put some numbing jell on your front teeth.
After we got done, I had a lot of questions about the proper way to floss, what type of tooth paste I should use for sensitive teeth etc and she really took the time to answer all my questions.
If you have been putting off dental work because of anxiety, I encourage you to check this place out. The staff truly cares about their clients.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your thoughtful review and kind words. We’re so glad you felt informed, supported, and cared for throughout your visits. Helping patients feel comfortable and confident in their dental care means so much to our team. We truly appreciate your trust!
I went to nervous and 3 to 4 hours later, I essentially woke up in the car on my way home without realizing anything had happened. If you have trauma with previous dental issues, this is the place.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your experience. We’re grateful our team could help provide a comfortable experience and appreciate your trust in us.
Amazing staff from entering to exiting! Thank you all for truly caring and taking the time to explain every step as you go. You are appreciated and I would highly recommend you to everyone!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words and recommendation! We’re so glad you felt cared for and informed throughout your experience. Our team truly appreciates your support!
Extremely friendly and professional
Liked the way everything was explained a b d was concerned about my comfort k rt
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you felt comfortable and well informed during your visit. Our team truly appreciates your support!
I have been a patient at the Dental Anesthesia Center for about 20 years! Dr. Hoffman and his team are the premier dental group in the St. Louis area. I believe they are the only location for Dental Anesthesia if you need that service. They are experts in the dental field and I cannot fathom ever going anywhere else. Great team, kind, caring, patient, and looking out for you and your dental needs!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words and continued trust over the years! We’re truly grateful for your support and are honored to have such a caring team dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care.
Naturally, the next question you’ll ask yourself is, “what do I eat after dental surgery?” Unfortunately, there’s not much your sensitive teeth can work with, and drinking yogurt or smoothie all day just won’t cut it. So what food should you eat after dental work? Here are some of the best foods you can eat after oral surgery.
Scrambled Eggs – Scrambled eggs are delicious and among the best foods after dental work. Scrambled eggs are soft, easy to chew, and even easier to swallow, meaning you don’t have to worry about any discomfort. They’re also highly nutritious and contain protein, vitamins, and minerals, essential for healing.
Greek Yogurt – Although we downplayed yogurt earlier, it’s still an incredible post-dental surgery food. Yogurt is a liquid, and you can slurp it all up without worrying about discomfort. Go for Greek yogurt if you want a massive nutrient boost. It contains calcium, zinc, and other minerals which help accelerate the healing process. It also contains proteins and vitamins that do the same.
Mashed Potatoes – Nothing beats a well-prepared mashed potato and gravy meal for dinner. Fortunately, dental surgery shouldn’t preclude you from indulging in the delicacy. In fact, dentists encourage eating mashed potatoes after dental work. Mashed potatoes are loaded with calories to give you energy throughout the day. You only need a few bites of mashed potatoes, and you’re good to go.
Applesauce – Apples are entirely out of the question after dental surgery because they’re hard and crunchy. So if you can’t have apples, why not have applesauce instead? Applesauce is mashed applesauce mixed with a few other ingredients for flavor.
What to Avoid After Dental Surgery
Your teeth and oral cavity might become overly sensitive after dental work. As such, you need to avoid eating any hard foods, or they may aggravate the wound and prevent proper healing. Here are a couple of things you should steer clear of after dental work.
Avoid any alcoholic drinks or beverages for at least 24 hours after your oral surgery.
Avoid any hot beverages, especially coffee and other caffeinated drinks.
Avoid brittle foods like nuts, apples, chips, and others.
Proper Nutrition for a Speedy Recovery
Recovering as soon as possible should be your core focus after dental surgery. The above foods should provide all the nutrients you need for a speedy recovery with limited diet options. Just ensure the foods you eat don’t affect your current diet plans or make your allergies flare up.
