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A member asked:
I am still in pain 4 days after tooth extraction, is this normal?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Call the dentist: Who extracted the tooth. He\she will ask you some questions and decide whether or not you need to be seen back in the office right away or wait until your follow-up visit to check healing.
Answered 1/5/2017
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Be patient: Pain after tooth extraction is usually at its worst 24 – 48 hours after surgery, after that it should subside more and more every day and after 7 days stop. Alternate your prescription medication with OTC painkiller. If pain persists or worsens, it may require attention and you should call your dentist or an oral surgeon for follow up appointment.
Answered 12/8/2018
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