Question 1

are red dots on soft palate after wisdom teeth removal normal? i can feel them and it's really annoying

Accepted Answer

Irrelevant: Red dots on soft palate can be because of some irritant or allergy, regardless of wisdom teeth surgery. If cornered, see your surgeon for post-op appointment.

Question 2

is major bruising and jaw tightness after wisdom teeth removal normal?

Accepted Answer

It can be: Bruising of the facial tissues and tightness of the jaws can be a common finding following the removal of impacted wisdom teeth.  The degree of bruising and jaw tightness may be dependent upon your complexion, any medications you are taking that can prolong bleeding, the position of your impacted teeth, and the surgical technique as well as experience of your dentist or surgeon.

Question 3

i have sharp, intense pain radiating along my jaw up to my ear three weeks after wisdom teeth removal. is this normal and what can i do to get rid of it?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor. : This is not normal, you should see the doctor or oral surgeon who removed the wisdom teeth immediately to diagnose the problem.

Question 4

today is the second day of bleeding after my wisdom teeth removal. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Bite on a piece of gauze for ten minutes several times if its slight bleeding. Heavy bleeding see your dentist now.

Question 5

tingling after wisdom teeth removal. normal?

Accepted Answer

Wisdom tooth: The nerve could have been damaged during removal, contact the surgeon and let them know, they may decide to put you on steroids.

Question 6

hello, i had a wisdom teeth removal surgery 20 days ago, and i can see that i have a hole even if i have stitches. ( the hole isn't in the stitched area ) is that normal ?

Accepted Answer

: The hole probably opened up after the sutures were placed from tissue tension. Have surgeon look at it, but keep food and debris out of this hole.

Question 7

when can i start eating normal/solid foods again after wisdom teeth removal?

Accepted Answer

Next day?: You can probably resume a normal diet the next day.  It depends upon the extent and difficulty of the surgery.  It is best to ask the dentist or surgeon who removed the teeth.

Question 8

i was put under yesterday for wisdom teeth removal. is horrible neck and back pain after surgery normal?

Accepted Answer

Not really: Maybe your neck was in an awkward position during the surgery and you sustained a bad sprain. If not better with pain meds and heat,rest, then see the dr. for an evaluation.

Question 9

week after wisdom teeth removal and i still have really bad pain in my jaw and cheek. pain medicine barely works and i'm so exhausted. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No: 1st concern is dry socket.  Your Oral Surgeon is responsible for your post-surgical care.  Return for reevaluation and appropriate treatment.

Question 10

how much time do you have to wait to eat normal after wisdom teeth removal?

Accepted Answer

Whenever you want: Everyone responds differently following the removal of teeth. Some patients start with a liquid or soft diet immediately following surgery and advance their diet as tolerated.  Other patients may resume their normal diet immediately.  Your appetite and level of discomfort while eating are your best measures for progressing to a normal diet.

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Hello, i had a wisdom teeth removal surgery 20 days ago, and i can see that i have a hole even if i have stitches. ( the hole isn't in the stitched area ) is that normal ?

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When can i start eating normal/solid foods again after wisdom teeth removal?

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I was put under yesterday for wisdom teeth removal. is horrible neck and back pain after surgery normal?

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Week after wisdom teeth removal and i still have really bad pain in my jaw and cheek. pain medicine barely works and i'm so exhausted. is this normal?

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