Question 1

how before the bad taste from wisdom teeth extraction goes away?

Accepted Answer

Depends: A bad taste after an extraction can be from infection or food caught in the wound area. Have it checked by your dentist and treat it appropriately.

Question 2

i have a bad taste post wisdom teeth extraction, what could be wrong?

Accepted Answer

Infection?: Need to be seen again to rule out infection.

Question 3

will my dentist treat my bad breath before and after wisdom teeth extraction?

Accepted Answer

YES: If you inform your dentist and if they cannot treat the bad breath ask your ENT md.

Question 4

i'm wondering is going on a road trip 1 day after my wisdom teeth extraction. is this a bad idea?

Accepted Answer

Could be: If there are complications when you are away, like dry socket, excessive pain, bleeding, etc, your trip will be ruined. There are usually no post operative complications, but you never know. And if away, you will be scrambling to find a new provider in an emergency situation. It may be best to postpone the extraction(s) or the trip. Your choice.

Question 5

today is day 6 after wisdom teeth extraction i used the syringe for the first time and this scab looking thing came out is it bad?

Accepted Answer

Not necessary: Maybe a food particle. A blood clot that formed on the extraction site is vital to the healing process. To keep the clot intact, avoid touching the extraction site with your finger, tongue or toothbrush. you should carefully follow your dentist's instructions to prevent a dry socket. Rec.: call your dentist for post-op appointment.

Question 6

wisdom teeth extraction site has a skunky taste and smell and a throbbing pain ?

Accepted Answer

Possibly Dry Socket: If it was a few days ago when removed dry socket can occur esp. in lower teeth. It can easily be treated with pain relief by your surgeon : ) Have it looked at to also rule out post op infection.

Question 7

i've already had my tonsils taken out, so how bad is a wisdom teeth extraction compared to that?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Pain and swelling after wisdom tooth extractions  depends on the severity of the impactions.
If they are not impacted, post op in not bad.
Severely bone impacted teeth can result in a lot of swelling and pain. However a good surgeon will prescribe proper meds and home care to get you thru this.

Question 8

is wisdom teeth extraction really a low risk procedure? im extremely nurvous something will happen bad during my procedure tomorrow. im paranoid!

Accepted Answer

Wisdom tooth ext: Low risk compared to what? More risk than a simple filling, less risk than major surgery. Having said that, thousands of removal of wisdom teeth across the country every day for the last hundred years with very few complications when performed by competent surgeons. Discuss your fears and concerns with your own dentist prior to the procedure.

Question 9

it's been almost two months since wisdom teeth extraction and bone graft, and i started having very bad ache inside my left jaw. my dentist took an x-ray and said everything looks fine. if a dentist can't help me,which doctor should i see?

Accepted Answer

: The pain may be coming from another tooth. Sight unseen it is hard to say. If tooth/graft related your dentist can examine you and refer you to the appropriate specialist. If it is neurological in origin then see a neurologist.

Question 10

why do i feel a weird fleshy thing in my mouth after wisdom teeth extraction?

Accepted Answer

Granulation tissue: Granulation tissue is the pink, fleshy type tissue that replaces a blood clot in extraction sockets. It grows from the base of a socket and fills the hole where the tooth was to protect the underlying new bone growth.  Do not play or remove this tissue - it is a good thing and helps to keep you painfree while the healing is taking place.

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Today is day 6 after wisdom teeth extraction i used the syringe for the first time and this scab looking thing came out is it bad?

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I've already had my tonsils taken out, so how bad is a wisdom teeth extraction compared to that?

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Is wisdom teeth extraction really a low risk procedure? im extremely nurvous something will happen bad during my procedure tomorrow. im paranoid!

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It's been almost two months since wisdom teeth extraction and bone graft, and i started having very bad ache inside my left jaw. my dentist took an x-ray and said everything looks fine. if a dentist can't help me,which doctor should i see?

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Why do i feel a weird fleshy thing in my mouth after wisdom teeth extraction?

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