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Can tooth extraction cause throat pain?
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Maybe: Swelling from extraction of impacted wisdom teeth may cause throat pain.
Answered 10/21/2013
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Definitely, yes: The removal of teeth and/or soft tissue is a serious surgical procedure. Sore throat is normal to experience. because the muscles near the extraction site get swollen, the normal act of swallowing can then become painful. This will subside in 2-4 days. Take care.
Answered 11/26/2018
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