Smoking Delays healing and increases infection risk. Avoid for at least 72 hours. 1 Using a Straw Spitting or Rinsing Forcefully Can disturb the healing clot. Wait 24 hours before rinsing gently. Heavy Exercise Raises blood pressure and causes bleeding. Rest for 1–2 days. Hard or Crunchy Foods May irritate the site or get stuck. Eat soft, cool foods instead. 2 3 4 5 Suction can dislodge the blood clot. Drink from a cup instead. https://hddental.com.au/services/extractions/