Got my wisdom teeth removed today...

[Sassymygirl]

And I have a few questions for those who've experienced this.
What type of toothbrush would you recommend? Small?
Is dry socket common?
The best soft food?
How long did it take you to heal?

Thankfully the bleeding stopped within 3-5 hours. If you have any tips, please share!

Thanks,
Claire

 

[calliexw]

Had mine done a few years ago, I think I did one side and then the other, so always had a side to chew regular food on. Was afraid of dry socket, but it wasn't a problem.. But I do remember that I had weird little chips of bone migrating up out of my gums for 2 or 3 weeks afterward. That kind of hurt and was freaky till Ifigured out what it was... Healed pretty fast, maybe a week or two?