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What to do if i had my wisdom teeth pulled and feeling discomfort on day 6?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Call ur oral surgeon: Explain what you are feeling and see if you need to go in for a follow up appointment.

Answered 5/12/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Visit your surgeon: Usually the pain should be subsiding by day 7. If your post-operative pain or swelling worsens beyond the 7 days after wisdom teeth surgery, visit your dentist fort evaluation.

Answered 3/29/2016

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