Any food suggestions post oral operations?

[SugarFreeHolly]

I'll be having my wisdom teeth removed soon and being type 1 I'm worried about not getting enough slow sugars or having a balanced diet. I was wondering if anyone would have any suggestions for this.

 

[Shar67]

When I had mine out I was surprised how easy it was and how well it all healed, sugar free jelly was the best thing, and warm soup through a straw

 

[SugarFreeHolly]

When I had mine out I was surprised how easy it was and how well it all healed, sugar free jelly was the best thing, and warm soup through a straw

I heard that straws were a bad idea but must depend on the person
I'm just scared of not getting enough carbs..

 

[Shar67]

Straw worked fine just have to make sure soup is warm not hot

 

[SugarFreeHolly]

alright, thanks!

 

[ButtterflyLady]

When I had mine out the surgeon told me to keep eating my normal diet but to puree it in a blender. When you do this, you could add meat stock or milk instead of water, to keep the nutrition levels up. I was unable to open my mouth more than about 1 centimetre at first, so liquid food was the only option. I also recommend you ask for adequate pain relief. I didn't know I could and suffered terribly. The first two days afterwards were quite painful. Holding an ice pack against your cheek helps.