Question 1

does an operculectomy hurt?

Accepted Answer

No: With local anesthetic no. Without , usually not more than the injection of local anesthetic. Usually a very quick superficial gum trimming. Most of the pain/discomfort will be of your own making through fear and imagination. Really is is not a big deal. You get what you wish for - if you see it as not big deal that is what it will be.

Question 2

i had an operculectomy performed wednesday because i had signs of pericoronitis. the sight is still sore and puss is still draining.  what should i do?

Accepted Answer

See the provider.: If there is puss draining, that is a sign of infection. Only a dentist or oral surgeon can determine if there is an infection.  You should go back to the treating provider and have it evaluated.  It is not uncommon three days out to still have drainage and discomfort. Hopefully you are on or soon will be on an antibiotic.

Question 3

is it possible to perform an operculectomy to remove gum tissue on impacted wisdom tooth if only a very small portion of the tooth is visible?

Accepted Answer

Wisdomteeth  therapy: Wisdom teeth are usually never needed to have a great bite/smile. They are very helpful if 1st or 2nd molars have been lost
previously. Pericornitis is the inflammation
of that tissue over 3rd molars or lower wisdom teeth.The upper 3rd molar crushes this tissues against the lower one
this leads to  pain. Treatment is to  have the dds smooth down the upper til the tissue heals. Then extract them.

Question 4

why do my contacts hurt?

Accepted Answer

Cornea scratched?: The cornea (clear part of the eye where the contact lens sticks to) is very pain-sensitive. If one has pain after putting in a contact lens, there may be a torn contact lens, some dirt or an eyelash under the contact lens, a scratch on the cornea, or an infection of the cornea. The contact lens should be taken out right away, and rinsed and examined. If the eye still hurts, a doctor can evaluate.

Question 5

why do splinters hurt so much ?

Accepted Answer

Location: We usually get splinters on our fingers.  On our fingers are probably the highest concentration of nerve endings on our bodies.  This translates into increased pain.  That may be the best explanation.

Question 6

what makes people hurt animals?

Accepted Answer

Varied reasons: Deliberately harming animals can sometimes be found in individuals who have an antisocial personality disorder.  It may provide these individuals with a perverse sense of pleasure. Some times people take out frustration or anger on their pets, because they feel unsafe taking it out on people.

Question 7

my urene is always cloudy my urene is cloudy and my sides hurt

Accepted Answer

You : You might have a urine infection. Call your primary care physician.

Question 8

my anus hurts?

Accepted Answer

Anus: Common causes of pain include external hemorrhoids, anal fissure, rectal abscess, proctalgia.

Question 9

does botox hurt?

Accepted Answer

GenerallyComfortable: Botox injections are performed on different locations with various techniques aimed at obtaining the best and longest-lasting results with the greatest degree of comfort.  Topical (ointment-type) anesthetics are used for those with extra sensitivity.  Many patients report that the procedure is so comfortable that no anesthetic is even desired.  Seek an experienced doctor for best results.

Question 10

does surgery hurt?

Accepted Answer

Not during surgery: Local or general anesthesia makes surgery painless.  Once anesthesia wears off you will have pain that your surgeon will control with anti-pain medications and anti-inflammatories.  Talk this over with your Surgeon.

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