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A member asked:
What do i do for better results after an extraction i am still sore around it i have gargled and gargled?
4 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
It depends : On how long ago the extraction was, how difficult was, etc. If it has been over a week, then, in general, something is not right about the healing and you should see the dentist who extracted the tooth.
Answered 8/29/2012
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It can hurt awhile: How long ago did you have the tooth extraction? It is quite normal for it to hurt for a few days and be sore for a few weeks. If you have any swelling, pus, or other questions, call the dentist who did the treatment right away. Salt water rinsing is fine. Be gentle.
Answered 8/29/2012
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Soreness: Soreness may last for a few days following extraction and use of ibuprophen will help as well as warm salt water rinses.
Answered 10/8/2012
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How namy days?: Are you gargling or rinsing? Gargling is in the throat and will have no benefit . Rinsing for 1- 2 minutes with and anteseptic or 1-2 pinches of salt in 8 ounces of warm water, no more salt! is helpful also.
Answered 11/1/2012
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