You have just had all 4 wisdom teeth extracted and your question is when will you be able to smoke again?

It is advisable to wait at least 72 hours after wisdom teeth extraction before smoking. This is important because smoking can delay healing and increase the risk of complications, such as dry socket.

Here are some reasons why you should wait to smoke after wisdom teeth extraction:

* Smoking can cause dry socket. Dry socket is a painful condition that occurs when the blood clot that forms in the empty tooth socket is dislodged. This can happen due to suction from smoking, which can create a negative pressure in the mouth. Dry socket can delay healing and cause severe pain.

* Smoking can increase the risk of infection. Smoking can damage the tissues in your mouth, making them more susceptible to infection. This is especially true after wisdom teeth extraction, when the gums are already irritated and swollen. Smoking can also introduce bacteria into the mouth, which can increase the risk of infection.

* Smoking can slow down healing. Smoking can constrict blood vessels, which can reduce blood flow to the healing site. This can slow down the healing process and make it more difficult for the gums to recover.

In addition to these risks, smoking can also worsen the pain and swelling associated with wisdom teeth extraction. For all of these reasons, it is important to wait at least 72 hours after wisdom teeth extraction before smoking.

If you are a smoker, it is important to talk to your doctor about how to quit. Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your overall health, and it can also help to speed up the healing process after wisdom teeth extraction.