Hi Nicole,
Generally it's ok to drink through a straw, occasionally, 6 weeks after an extraction involving a small sinus perforation. If everything feels the same as it did prior to using that straw, then you're probably ok. I wouldn't worry about it. If you develop symptoms of the perforation being open, then see your dentist. But really, chances are slim that you did any harm.
Ok...... ?
Bryanna
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Originally Posted by Dry socket girl
Bryanna,
I have a quick question. I did something stupid today. As you know I have the sinus communication and am recovering from the dry socket which of course has healed by now. I felt lightheaded so I checked my sugar, I do not have diabetes I have hypoglycemia and it was 66. I grabbed a Capri sun sucked through the straw and realized what I did and put it in a cup. When I sucked nothing came out my nose but I am petrified that I did something to then membrane if it was healing. I read on the Internet that sucking through a straw is a no no. My oral surgeon just said no nose blowing and sneezing and to do so with your mouth open but did not mention a straw. I have taken it upon myself for almost 6 weeks to not use one. Do you think I messed up whatever was healing if it was healing at all ? I look forward to your answer.
Thanks
Nicole
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