Put Down the Joe! Why It’s Not Safe to Drink Coffee After Tooth Extraction

Anyone who knows you knows to stay away until you’ve had your hot, morning cup of java. It not only wakes you up, but it also keeps you going when you hit the afternoon slump at work. In other words, you can’t imagine living without coffee! However, if you need to have a tooth removed, you may have to put your caffeine fix on hold for about a week.

Why is it not safe to drink coffee after a tooth extraction? Why is following your dentist’s instructions important? Read on to find out.