A 49-year-old member asked:
wisdom teeth removal and i'm still bleeding on day 4, is this normal?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Sandra Eleczko answered
Dentistry 36 years experience
Call dentist: A little bit of oozing can happen, but bleeding is not normal. Call the oral surgeon or dentist that did the extractions today to report this problem. The dentist knows your mouth and situation and can best help you. Many times they can help you over the phone even if the office is closed.
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Dr. Paul Grin answered
Pain Management 36 years experience
It is not unusual: to notice small episodes of bleeding for several days after wisdom teeth surgery; simply bite on gauze again in the area of bleeding. Actually, some bleeding after extractions is beneficial and sign of a normal healing. If concerned, see your surgeon for post-op appointment.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
Why am I still bleeding on the 3rd day after wisdom teeth removal?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Sandra Eleczko answered
Dentistry 36 years experience
Wisdom teeth healing: You should not be bleeding 3 days after wisdom teeth extraction. Please call the extracting dentist about this for the best advice.
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