How long should I eat soft food after a procedure?

After gum or implant treatment, the wound area needs to rest. Soft food prevents sutures or tender areas from being damaged. Think of yoghurt, soup, mashed potato and rice. Hard or sticky products such as nuts or chewing gum are not advised. How long depends on the extent of the procedure and your recovery. Sometimes two days is enough, in other cases five to seven days are needed. Your practitioner will give you specific guidelines. Also pay attention to the temperature of your food: not too hot or too cold. Drinking enough fluids is important for recovery. Gradually return to your normal diet as the wound heals.