Foods to Eat
Choose soft, nutritious foods that are easy to chew.
Main dishes
Scrambled eggs with avocado
Pureed meats
Fish (soft tuna or lox)
Tofu
Bean and legumes
Well-cooked, soft vegetables (such as zucchini, greens, and roots)
Pureed or mashed vegetables (such as peas, winter squashes, and carrots)
Well-cooked potatoes and sweet potatoes
Macaroni and cheese
Casseroles
Ramen noodle soup (lukewarm)
Snacks and accompaniments
Bananas
Ripe peaches
Ripe pears
Apricots
Avocado
Yogurt (plain, no added sugars)
Cottage cheese with peaches or pears
Soft cheeses (feta, goat’s, brie, or cream cheese)
Melted cheeses (cheddar, provolone, swiss, mozzarella)
Liquids
Broth (lukewarm)
Gazpacho
Smoothies (prepared with minimal ice and no seeds)
Nutrition shakes (meal replacement shakes, no added sugar)
Sweets (low or sugar-free varieties)
Pudding and custards
Jello
Applesauce
Hot chocolate
Sources and more information:
1. http://www.caregiverslibrary.org/caregivers-resources/grp-diseases/hsgrp-cancer/eating-tips-for-oral-discomfort-article.aspx
2. https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/nutrition/nutrition-concerns
3. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/what-to-eat-after-wisdom-teeth-removal#section11
4. http://www.docvlee.com/2014/50-foods-eat-dental-surgery/
5. https://www.sarasotadentistry.com/dental-blog/99-foods-eat-after-dental-surgery-implants-wisdom-teeth-extractions/