Question 1

tingling after wisdom teeth removal. normal?

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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 2

how can you sleep after wisdom teeth removal?

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Head elevated: Sleeping with your head slightly elevated immediately following the removal of your wisdom teeth will help minimize the postoperative swelling.

Question 3

why is my tmj worse after wisdom teeth removal?

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Wide opening: When wisdom teeth are removed, the mandible (lower jaw) is stretched out wider than usual for the dentist/oral surgeon to extract the teeth.  Depending upon the removal process (surgical or not, ) the duration of the procedure may also affect the muscles/tmj complex.  I would see the dr. Who removed the teeth asap.

Question 4

can you use nebulizer after wisdom teeth removal?

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: There should be no issues.

Question 5

is it okay to drink soda after wisdom teeth removal?

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Yes: Sodas are safe to drink provided they are not spiked with alcohol.  Everything in moderation.  With that said water is a better alternative.  Hope this helps.

Question 6

hi docs! what could i eat after wisdom teeth removal?

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Follow instructions: Follow the oral and\or written instructions given to you following the procedure. Anything soft. Pasta, cooked vegetables, fish, chicken, puddings, nutritional drinks, ice cream, etc.

Question 7

i have severe pain 8 days after wisdom teeth removal?

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Post op evaluation: You need to return to the dentist who removed your wisdom tooth to evaluate exactly what is causing you the pain. It may or may not be related to the surgery. There are many possibilities and only a dentist who can actually examine you can determine the cause of your pain.

Question 8

what do i do about trismus after wisdom teeth removal?

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Stretching: The jaws, chewing gum and massage of the affected muscles.

Question 9

how can you reduce swelling after wisdom teeth removal?

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Start before: Before the extraction take a NSAID such as Motrin or aleve (naproxen).
Following the extraction ice is critical in the first  8 hours. (on 20 minutes off 10.) continue with the ice to 48 hours after the extraction then stop. At 72 hours use heat  packs to reduce the swelling until it is gone.

Question 10

i have severe pain one week after wisdom teeth removal?

Accepted Answer

Wisdom tooth: Call the oral surgeon or extracting dentist ASAP about your pain.  You may have a  dry socket.  The extracting dentist can help you.

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