Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Could i get my wisdom teeth removed with lockjaw!?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
It depends: I'm not sure what you are defining as lockjaw. If you mean that you can't open your mouth at all then obviously the surgeon can't get to the area and have the room to remove the teeth. If you have minimal opening then the same may apply. You need to see a surgeon and have them exam and determine if the teeth can be removed safely.
Answered 4/20/2014
4.2k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Is it common to have lockjaw after 2 weeks of wisdom teeth extraction?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Wisdom teeth (right up & low) extracted on 8th Apr by surgeon drilling lower jaw. 12 days over, lockjaw, hard lump on lower jaw & possibly pus (salty)?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I recently had 2 out of 4 wisdom teeth removed and am experiencing "lock jaw". How can I get rid of that asap?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
Any advice on getting wisdom teeth removed?
What happens if you don't get your wisdom teeth removed?
What can I eat after I get wisdom teeth removed?
What do you suggest if I have closed lockjaw and i'm getting my wisdom teeth removed next week?
What is the best way to fix lockjaw after wisdom teeth extraction?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
