Oral Surgery: Post-Surgery Diet Smoothie

Oral surgery includes a wide range of both minor and major surgical operations, from bone grafting and wisdom teeth to implants and more. Patients looking at undergoing oral surgery are often faced with a restricted diet in the beginning of their recovery process. Post-surgery patients are often discouraged from chewing for the first few days to allow the mouth to heal and stabilize.

'peanut butter banana smoothie'When it comes to the post-surgery diet, the name of the game is high calorie, high protein, and low volume. Facing a large volume of liquid each meal that meets both the necessary caloric and protein needs can be overwhelming. Consuming enough calories, as well as enough protein is a necessity to heal in a timely manner. In order to get adequate volume of fluid and nutrition daily, you may want to eat smaller meals 5-6 times per day, rather than the usual 3 times per day.


Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

  • 2 chilled bananas, broken into chunks
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 2 cups ice cubs
  • 2 tablespoons honey, or to taste

