A 21-year-old female asked:
i done wisdom teeth extraction yesterday (2 teeth). i feel sorethroat is it because of infection? i compressed with cold ice pack n took the medicine.
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Dr. Paul Grin answered
35 years experience Pain Management
It is normal: You may experience sore throat, headache and earache temporarily for 2-3 days as a result of your wisdom teeth surgery. Again, a sore throat and pain when swallowing are common.
Answered on Nov 29, 2014
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A 46-year-old member asked:
Dr. Peter Flaherty answered
Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry
No: The two things are probably unrelated. Sounds like your just getting a cold. If your symptoms worsen consult with your dentist and medical doctor.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. Scott Bobbitt answered
31 years experience Dentistry
No way to know : With the limited information you have provided, it is impossible to tell. See your dentist and pcp for help.
A 22-year-old male asked:
Dr. Arnold Malerman answered
52 years experience Orthodontics
Swelling: If the swelling is on the same side as the recent surgery, they may be associated. Please contact the Dentist or specialist Oral Surgeon that treated ... Read More
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A 29-year-old male asked:
Dr. Thomas Yash answered
45 years experience Dentistry
3 to 4 days. : You should wait for several days for healing purposes. The first two days should be moderate activities. Doing too much like exercise or excursions, m ... Read More
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