Question 1

i got a lower wisdom tooth extraction 5 days ago and the swelling has seemed to gone down completely except for a hard, ball-like lump in my lower jaw, which makes my cheek protrude and also makes it hard for me to open my mouth. the dentist said this is

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Extraction: Sometimes there is trauma or bruising of the muscles during the extraction and this may be the reason why it is still hard to open your mouth. This will take some time to heal.continue to follow up with the extracting dentist and follow their post op instructions.   If your concerns are not being addressed then consult with an oral surgeon.

Question 2

i went to my dentist because i felt a bony lump on my cheek after having a wisdom tooth extraction. he said that this is normal healing. is this true?

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You have to: believe what your doctor told you , wait few more days for the swelling to go dow, and go for a follow up visit.  IF you are not satisfied look for  a second  opinion , even your own doctor will help to get one if you want it.

Question 3

i have a bony lump in my cheek after having lower wisdom tooth extraction. it's not bothering me but what is this and is it serious?

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Not to Worry: Depending on when your surgery was, a cellulitis is a firm swelling in soft tissue and can be a prelim to abcess (infection) . If the ext. was a while ago a lump like you're talking about can just be left over from the incision and flap made to get to the wisdom tooth and generally will resolve on its own. Never hurts to have the surgeon take a peek just to ease your mind! Cellulitis hurts usually

Question 4

i have hard red bump on cheek after lower wisdom tooth extraction?

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What to do: Call the dentist who just treated you. He\she will know best and whether or not you need to be seen back in the office.

Question 5

white hard lump on bottom left extraction site 5 weeks after wisdom tooth extraction. it seems to have come  on suddenly and is tender and painful?

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Edge of the extracti: Most likely it is the edge of the extraction siteand the gingiva has been lacerated exposing the bone itself.  Most times it heals but sometimes it has to be smoothed down surgically.  It is a common thing to happen.

Question 6

quarter sized abscess on cheek and jaw post wisdom tooth extraction. was drained and sown up (no drain left in) 3 days ago. should it still be hard?

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Abscess: Will take several months to soften up. Apply warm moist compresses

Question 7

1. why do i have stitches on my cheek after wisdom tooth extraction?
2. my bottom lip and chin are still numb and sometimes tingly, today is day10 post-op, is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Sutures: The oral surgeon placed sutures at the surgical site to gain primary closure over the wound. Regarding the paresthesia on your lower lip, it is important that you contact your surgeon for a post operative follow up appointment.

Question 8

in general, what is the recovery time for cheek swelling to go down after a wisdom tooth extraction?

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24 hours: For a simple extraction, swelling usually resolves within 24 hours or less.  If the extraction was complicated or infected, it may take a few days longer.

Question 9

my gum line around the edge of my cheek has a pit/split that is quite deep after wisdom tooth extraction. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

It is normal: after wisdom tooth extraction is a normal part of the healing process. The bone and soft tissue can take up to 6 months to heal completely.

Question 10

i am having post wisdom tooth extraction lump and pain. what should i do?

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Possible infection: You may need antibiotics, and you should definitely call your providers office for answers.  If this is recent extractions, then it is not unusual, if it is awhile ago it would be more concerning.  Best thing to do is call your providers office.  Best of luck.

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I got a lower wisdom tooth extraction 5 days ago and the swelling has seemed to gone down completely except for a hard, ball-like lump in my lower jaw, which makes my cheek protrude and also makes it hard for me to open my mouth. the dentist said this is

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I went to my dentist because i felt a bony lump on my cheek after having a wisdom tooth extraction. he said that this is normal healing. is this true?

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I have a bony lump in my cheek after having lower wisdom tooth extraction. it's not bothering me but what is this and is it serious?

A member asked:

I have hard red bump on cheek after lower wisdom tooth extraction?

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White hard lump on bottom left extraction site 5 weeks after wisdom tooth extraction. it seems to have come on suddenly and is tender and painful?

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Quarter sized abscess on cheek and jaw post wisdom tooth extraction. was drained and sown up (no drain left in) 3 days ago. should it still be hard?

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1. why do i have stitches on my cheek after wisdom tooth extraction? 2. my bottom lip and chin are still numb and sometimes tingly, today is day10 post-op, is this normal?

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In general, what is the recovery time for cheek swelling to go down after a wisdom tooth extraction?

A member asked:

My gum line around the edge of my cheek has a pit/split that is quite deep after wisdom tooth extraction. is this normal?

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I am having post wisdom tooth extraction lump and pain. what should i do?

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