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After wisdom tooth extracted what cause you to now need an alveolectomy?

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Sharp Bony Area: A sharp bony projection can cause discomfort and even cut the tongue. An oral surgeon can smooth out the area with an alveoplasty or remove it with an alveolectomy.

Answered 7/28/2012

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