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I work as a stocker constantly bending and lifting. how long should i wait to go back to work after i have my wisdom teeth pulled? i was told 2 days.
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Everyone's different: Each wisdom tooth extraction is different and how a patient feels post operatively is different. Many people go back to work the next day, others after a day or two. Don't know how difficult the extractions are... maybe you should ask your oral surgeon for a more precise answer.
Answered 5/17/2014
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When you are ready: The extraction of impacted teeth is a serious surgical procedure and is not completely risk-free. Pain and swelling following surgery 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. If no complications resume normal activity whenever you feel comfortable and ready.
Answered 2/8/2021
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