{"id":46,"date":"2024-07-05T15:13:32","date_gmt":"2024-07-05T15:13:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jasondds.net\/blog\/?p=46"},"modified":"2024-08-02T15:14:11","modified_gmt":"2024-08-02T15:14:11","slug":"extraction-advice-3-tips-for-flying-after-a-tooth-is-removed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jasondds.net\/blog\/2024\/07\/05\/extraction-advice-3-tips-for-flying-after-a-tooth-is-removed\/","title":{"rendered":"Extraction Advice: 3 Tips for Flying After a Tooth is Removed"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Although your dentist typically does everything they can to protect your natural teeth, some instances require extraction to preserve your dental health. If you have a tooth that\u2019s severely decayed or damaged or is pushing other teeth out of alignment, removing it can fix the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you travel frequently, however, you might wonder how your procedure might impact your next trip. Is it safe to fly once you\u2019ve had a tooth pulled? Continue reading to learn 3 tips that can safeguard your smile if you know you\u2019ll need to hop on a plane soon after your tooth extraction<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Tip #1: Wait 48 Hours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Have you ever felt sinus pressure, headaches, or popping in your ears during a takeoff? The suddenly altered altitude leads to an imbalance in the air pressure between the cabin, the outside, and your inner ears. Unfortunately, if you\u2019ve just had a tooth extracted, these shifts can increase your risk of developing a painful complication known as dry socket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once your pearly white has been pulled, your mouth must form a blood clot over the underlying bone tissue and nerves. Changes in pressure can dislodge it, exposing these sensitive materials to germs, food particles, and other potential causes of infection. That\u2019s why your dentist recommends that you wait at least 48 hours after your appointment before getting on a plane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #2: Be Prepared<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s normal to experience mild aches and inflammation after having a tooth removed, and if you know you\u2019re going to be on the go, it\u2019s a good idea to take what you need with you. Why not put together a special dental kit that has all the basics? You might want to keep it in your carry-on baggage, so if you have a problem while you\u2019re in the air or waiting for a connection flight, you won\u2019t have to wait for relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some helpful items to have include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n