{"id":255,"date":"2023-07-02T18:24:00","date_gmt":"2023-07-02T18:24:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.avenidental.com\/blog\/?p=255"},"modified":"2023-08-02T18:26:36","modified_gmt":"2023-08-02T18:26:36","slug":"is-it-safe-to-fly-after-tooth-extraction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.avenidental.com\/blog\/2023\/07\/02\/is-it-safe-to-fly-after-tooth-extraction\/","title":{"rendered":"Is It Safe to Fly after a Tooth Extraction?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The need for a tooth extraction can arise at any time. It can throw off your normal routine and even interfere with major plans. For example, if you need to get a tooth removed right before you take off on a big trip, your procedure could impact your travel arrangements. Is it safe to fly after a tooth extraction<\/a>? This blog post explains what you should know before you get on a plane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

You Should Rest for 48 Hours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Following an extraction, it is important that you take good care of your mouth in order to prevent post-op complications. The most common complication is called dry socket; it is a problem wherein the blood clot at an extraction site gets dislodged or does not form properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flying increases the risk of dry socket. Plus, the physical exertion involved with traveling \u2014 for example, carrying your suitcase around and walking through huge airport terminals \u2014 could slow down your recovery process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If possible, try to plan to stay put and rest for at least 48 hours after a tooth extraction. In fact, it would be safest to wait at least one week before you get on an airplane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flying During Your Recovery Period<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you must fly during your recovery period, it should be relatively safe for you to do so after the initial 48 hours. However, you should expect some increased discomfort. Changes in altitude can irritate your sinuses, which may cause pain in your mouth. The problem may be especially intense if you had one of your upper teeth removed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other symptoms that people experience when they fly, such as headaches and general discomfort, may be exacerbated when you are still on the mend after a tooth extraction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Safe and Comfortable Flying<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you fly while you are still healing, use this tips to make your travel experience a little bit easier:<\/p>\n\n\n\n