Kids probably do have heightened sensitivity, but hey, whatever works and keeps them comfortable is a win in my book. Hope your daughter feels better soon!
Haha, almond milk prices are no joke...I switched to oat milk for smoothies after my extractions because it was cheaper and honestly tasted pretty good. Funny you mention lukewarm broth—my mom kept insisting on warm chicken soup, but cold stuff just felt way better to me too. Did your dentist give you any timeline for when your daughter can start eating more solid foods? Mine said around a week, but I was cautious and waited a bit longer...
Funny you mention lukewarm broth—my mom kept insisting on warm chicken soup, but cold stuff just felt way better to me too.
Yeah, oat milk is definitely easier on the wallet...I switched too after my implants. And honestly, cold stuff was my savior—lukewarm broth just didn't cut it. My dentist suggested solids after about a week, but I took it slow—soft scrambled eggs were my first step back.
Yeah, oat milk is definitely easier on the wallet...I switched too after my implants. And honestly, cold stuff was my savior—lukewarm broth just didn't cut it.
Interesting to hear that cold foods were helpful for others as well. My daughter preferred chilled smoothies and yogurt after her procedure, despite the dentist recommending warm soups. Curious if temperature preference varies much between individuals or if it's more age-related...
Interesting to hear that cold foods were helpful for others as well. My daughter preferred chilled smoothies and yogurt after her procedure, despite the dentist recommending warm soups. Curious if temperature preference varies much between individuals or if it's more age-related...
Could be an individual thing rather than age-related, I think. After my implants, warm soups and teas were actually a lifesaver—especially herbal teas like chamomile or peppermint. They helped soothe the soreness and kept swelling down for me. But my husband was the complete opposite; he swore by ice cream and popsicles to numb the discomfort. Funny how different we all are...
I suppose it might depend on personal pain tolerance or even sensitivity levels. Cold stuff made my teeth ache more, but warm liquids felt comforting and gentle. Maybe it's also psychological? Like, whatever feels most comforting personally helps you recover faster.
Either way, it's good to have options handy since recovery can be unpredictable. Glad your daughter found something that worked well for her!
My experience was similar—warm broth and tea felt soothing, especially in the first couple days. Cold stuff actually made my gums feel more sensitive at first, but after a few days, chilled smoothies were great for reducing swelling. I think it's probably more about personal sensitivity or even just what feels comforting at the moment rather than age-related... everyone's mouth heals differently, after all.
