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When i wake up or lay on the side of my face i get welts on the side i am not sleeping on. could this be from grinding? noticed after wisdom surgery.

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Dr. Alvaro Lazo answered

Pain: Yes it could be. However i would recommend a visit to your dentist to find out the exact cause.

Dr Beck agreed

Answered 1/2/2015

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Dr. John Van der Werff answered

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Probably not: I would suggest seeing your dentist to evaluate what is going on.

Dr Gallia agreed

Answered 3/18/2015

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A member asked:

When i wake up or lay on the side of my face i get welts on the side i am not sleeping on. could this be from grinding? noticed after wisdom surgery.

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Alvaro Lazo answered

Dr Beck agreed

Dr. John Van der Werff answered

Dr Gallia agreed

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