{"id":65,"date":"2024-09-04T21:30:59","date_gmt":"2024-09-04T21:30:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elitedentalfv.com\/blog\/?p=65"},"modified":"2024-10-10T21:32:27","modified_gmt":"2024-10-10T21:32:27","slug":"flying-after-tooth-extraction-a-good-idea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.elitedentalfv.com\/blog\/flying-after-tooth-extraction-a-good-idea\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Flying After Tooth Extraction a Good Idea?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Some people will definitely think you\u2019re crazy for flying soon after a tooth extraction<\/a>. Travel stress and cabin pressure can present some\u2026uncomfortable complications, especially if you\u2019re not prepared. Technically, though, it is mostly safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether this is a good idea to make the attempt will be up to you, but you might want to reserve your final judgement until the end of this post. There are some important things you should know about flying after tooth extraction before you commit to the thought.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Your Two-Day Time Window<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It is strongly recommended not to fly 24-to-48 hours after your tooth extraction. This is when your body is likely to be at its sorest and working its hardest to heal your treatment site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s also when you\u2019re at the greatest risk for developing dry socket \u2013 a painful complication that occurs if your extraction site blood clot dislodges, exposing sensitive bone, tissue, and nerves. Unlike the usual post-dental-treatment aches, dry socket is not easily remedied with over-the-counter pain relievers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Still Flying? Here\u2019s What You Should Carry-On<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve decided that your flight is worth the risk, or you simply can\u2019t avoid the travel, you should at least pack a few extra things to help keep you comfortable. Make sure these items are readily available in your personal bag or carry-on case:<\/p>\n\n\n\n