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Is it normal for it to hurt when swallowing after having your wisdom teeth out?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Yes....: ... for s short period of time, sometimes lasting a week or so.

Dr Gallia and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/29/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Yes: Yes, should go away soon. If still present at a week, see oral surgeon

Answered 6/28/2015

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