What can a toddler eat after tooth is removed?

* Stick with soft foods and drinks, such as applesauce, yogurt, pudding, and smoothies.

* Water or Pedialyte can keep the mouth clean.

* Avoid milk and dairy products other than yogurt.

* Avoid juices like apple, orange, or pineapple since these are acidic.

* Avoid using a straw to drink.

The Day After and Beyond

* Soft, cold foods for at least 24 hours.

* Soft foods until the child doesn’t feel additional pain.

* Avoid straws for two weeks.

* Avoid hot, spicy, or very cold food and drinks.

* Avoid anything with small seeds, such as strawberries or raspberries, for several days.

* Gradually introduce other foods once the child is comfortable eating the soft ones.

Foods to Try:

* Popsicles

* Frozen Yogurt

* Smoothies

* Puddings

* Bananas

* Scrambled Eggs

* Mashed Potatoes

* Applesauce

* Yogurt