How long after tooth extraction can I have a beer?

Had tooth pulled earlier today. Got some beers in fridge beforehand for this evening to numb the pain but have been told it's not a good idea. Any experiences with drinking beer after a tooth extraction?

I recently had an extraction and was given a piece of paper advising against drinking alcohol, very hot drinks and smoking for 48 hours, I fancied a couple of beers to ease the pain so looked into why we are advised again it and the reason is the clot that forms after the extraction can come out as you blood is thinned by the alcohol this can lead to something called dry socket wich is something you definitely don't want.

As soon as I walked in the door.

Having a tooth extracted in your mouth is not a pleasant experience and many people would have liked to relax after surgery with a glass of whiskey or a glass of red wine. But is it safe to drink alcohol after this kind of dental treatment?

After extracting a tooth or following any type of surgery in your mouth, it is advisable to wait at least 24 hours before having an alcoholic beverage. This would allow the blood clot to develop well, where the surgery was carried out. In fact, during the first 24 hours, it is also preferable not to rinse your mouth with water or eat food that is too consistent, too hot or too cold. After that time, it should not be a problem to drink alcohol.

What you should remember about having alcohol is that, after surgery or tooth extraction, the dentist or surgeon usually prescribe antibiotics or analgesics to decrease the risk of infection and reduce pain. Several of these drugs should not be mixed with alcohol, since such a mixture could be toxic and potentially harmful to your health.

Therefore, to avoid any problems, whether for the healing of your gums or for the well-being of your health in general, it is preferable to keep away from alcohol after surgery in your mouth. You can drink alcohol only when you have completed the prescribed medication.

The information above should be used as a reference only. Any medical decision should not be taken before consulting a health care professional.

The masculine gender may have been more used in the article, but without prejudice, to make reading easier.

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Bobtheblob said:

Had tooth pulled earlier today. Got some beers in fridge beforehand for this evening to numb the pain but have been told it's not a good idea. Any experiences with drinking beer after a tooth extraction?

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Why did you not try the string and door knob method? You would have at least have had the comfort of knowing there'd be some cash left in your pocket.

Gulpitdarn said:

Why did you not try the string and door knob method? You would have at least have had the comfort of knowing there'd be some cash left in your pocket.

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Hopefully enough to cover the emergency room bill.

It's the NHS it's free, well for the time being it is.

With due respect to the aforementioned, I'd prefer to play it safe and ward off infections with alcohol. A glass or two of whisky can be slid down the "good" side of the mouth without swishing out any nascent clots. Both beer and whisky are acidic and that's going to sting a bit. Also, beer and salted peanuts go together in a way that they don't with whisky. It's a no-brainer really. Which reminds me; what's Boris up to these days?

I had a tooth out a few years ago and went straight to the pub

I dont think it's washing the clot out that is the problem it's the thinning of your blood not allowing the clot to form quickly and shrinking leading to infection that is the problem.

Banbeer said:

I had a tooth out a few years ago and went straight to the pub

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I am sure we have all had a beer and smoked on the same day and nothing happened but there is a risk of dry socket so the best advice (which the OP was asking) is avoid it for 24 hours at least.

That's why I go to the dentist's early in the day.

Last time I had a tooth pulled I had a beer as soon as I got home.

And what sort of dentist prescribes antibiotics for a pulled tooth?

Cwrw666 said:

Last time I had a tooth pulled I had a beer as soon as I got home.

And what sort of dentist prescribes antibiotics for a pulled tooth?

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Mine did, Amoxicillin, procautionarilly.

No painkillers or antibiotics were prescribed so that's not an issue. String and doorknob method was a bit difficult for a molar although it was considered. Good job I've got plenty of homebrew as the sting in the wallet was massive!! Had a glass of wine...so far no problems. Although the rump steak my wife had for tea was just another kick in the teeth...

You know the thing about dentists? They're not persons I'd love to see in their profession, but rather that than walking around with a mouth full of hurt.

After my hip replacement my dentist was very reluctant to even scrape my teeth as there was some research suggesting that mouth bourne infection would directly target my implant. I left it a year before any dental treatment...

Bobtheblob said:

Any experiences with drinking beer after a tooth extraction?

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I think you'll find Chippy this is what the OP was asking and that's exactly what I replied

Had a bottle of wine and a beer already and smoked some fags which was the opposite of the advice I was given. Took som Ibuprofen, numbness worn off and pain much better and blood clot seems to be still in place so things ok at the moment. Fingers crossed.

Thanks for all the comments.

Went to the pub immediately after a couple of fillings but spilt most of it down my shirt as my mouth was numb!