Question 1

for what length of time your gums sore after a tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

Sore gums: The area around the extraction can be sore for more than a week it all depends how the tooth was extracted and if the gum was flapped back
go back to the dentist and have it evaluated.

Question 2

what can cause my gum to be getting more sore (after tooth extraction)?

Accepted Answer

Sore gums: Much discomfort after extraction comes from the body's reaction to the surgery. This reaction is called inflammation. Whether it is medically needed treatment, or just an accidental trauma, the body can not distinguish. In both cases the body react to it with inflamed tissue. Your gum is undergoing inflammation, which cause both pain ; healing response within body. The gum swells up ; become sore.

Question 3

should my cheek and gum be getting more sore after having tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: It depends on the nature of the extraction and how long it has been.  Usually there is some discomfort but this should resolve pretty quickly.

Question 4

white gum around  tooth extraction site? is it a sign of healing, i feel slight pain / soreness there and slight headache, i am using corsodyl.

Accepted Answer

Healing socket: The appearance of a healing socket varies greatly. You did not mention how long ago the tooth was extracted, and whether the pain/soreness is getting better, worse or the same?  It doesn't sound like there is anything to be concerned about. However, we can't determine this over the internet, so contact your own dentist for your peace of mind.

Question 5

had a tooth extraction 6days ago upper left side... my question is why do i have 4 red spots on the gums and sore where the dr. pulled the tooth....

Accepted Answer

Call your dentist: After an extraction it is normal to have some discomfort and the socket will take several weeks to look normal , you need to see the dentist so he can see exactly what you mean by 4 red points, can tell over the internet.

Question 6

i'm 2&a half days post wisdom tooth extraction.the gum is very sore,red&bulging out (this didn't happen before).it's sunday what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Post wisdom tooth: It is normal for there to be some post op swelling and pain.  Continue to rinse are directed, eat a  soft diet, take prescribed antibiotics.  Call the extracting dentist if you are experiencing increasing pain or swelling.   It is ok to call even on a Sunday.

Question 7

had tooth extraction 2 days ago, no complications (molar, lower jaw). most pain gone, gums look ok. how long until  soreness gone and its all healed?

Accepted Answer

Healing: Healing should progress uneventfully.  You should be a little less sore every day with most soreness gone in under 2 weeks.  Bone and soft tissues will take longer to heal, with the majority of healing changes completed in about 6 months.  Usually important to have extracted tooth replaced (implant/crown or bridge) to prevent occlusion from collapsing.  Talk to your Dentist.

Question 8

how long can ur gums & tissue be sore following a tooth extraction. gums feel bruised. its been 3 wks since ll molar extraction( not wisdom tooth).

Accepted Answer

Post Op Ext Symptoms: Good afternoon;
Extraction may have required removal of bone and gingival tissue directly around extraction site which would cause the area to be quite tender for a prolonged period of time. Monitor the degree of tenderness on daily basis; would expect diminished soreness in subsequent days. Temporarily, a benzocaine gel like Zilactin-B may help. If not consult with DDS.

Question 9

tooth extraction 6 days ago. very sore gums and inside the socket looks like a canker sore. any suggestions what this might be? on amoxicillin.

Accepted Answer

Consult you dentist: The tissue inside the socket is probably granulation tissue. If the dentist gave you an antibiotic this probably means the area was infected at the time of extraction. It is advisable to keep in close contact with the dentist/surgeon until the area heals.

Question 10

tooth extraction to upper #14 and bone graft (cow) now 10 days post-op.  oral surgeon says healing.  but my gums still feel tender and sore.  normal?

Accepted Answer

Sounds normal: Seems normal postoperatively tissue may be tender for 2-4 wks continue to monitor and return if conditions turn worse

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For what length of time your gums sore after a tooth extraction?

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What can cause my gum to be getting more sore (after tooth extraction)?

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Should my cheek and gum be getting more sore after having tooth extraction?

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White gum around tooth extraction site? is it a sign of healing, i feel slight pain / soreness there and slight headache, i am using corsodyl.

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Had a tooth extraction 6days ago upper left side... my question is why do i have 4 red spots on the gums and sore where the dr. pulled the tooth....

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I'm 2&a half days post wisdom tooth extraction.the gum is very sore,red&bulging out (this didn't happen before).it's sunday what should i do?

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Had tooth extraction 2 days ago, no complications (molar, lower jaw). most pain gone, gums look ok. how long until soreness gone and its all healed?

A member asked:

How long can ur gums & tissue be sore following a tooth extraction. gums feel bruised. its been 3 wks since ll molar extraction( not wisdom tooth).

A member asked:

Tooth extraction 6 days ago. very sore gums and inside the socket looks like a canker sore. any suggestions what this might be? on amoxicillin.

A member asked:

Tooth extraction to upper #14 and bone graft (cow) now 10 days post-op. oral surgeon says healing. but my gums still feel tender and sore. normal?

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