Drinking through a straw...safe?

[S_14]

I'm getting a number of teeth removed, and the oral surgeon I saw said that there is no danger in drinking out of straws (and even encourages it) and said it is safe to use mouthwash a day after extraction. This contradicts what I read most places, and heard from other oral surgeons others went to.

My worst fear, like many, is doing anything that will encourage a dry socket (like I thought straw drinking would). Now I'm not sure what I can do to prevent it, though my oral surgeon seemed certain and has a lot of experience. Any other opinions on this, or advice? I want to make sure I'm doing the right thing.

 

[gamergirl123]

That doesn't sound right. I always heard no drinking out of straws after extractions for at least a few days, if not longer

 

[S_14]

That was my impression as well. However, he said this recommendation was based off of years of experience that showed it didn't do any harm and helped get liquids down. I read one other blog online (can't find it now) that said it was indeed a myth and safe to do so. But I'm not sure...

 

[zombiegroupie]

Mine told me not to use one for a couple days.