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A member asked:

Is it common to have jaw tightness after wisdom teeth removal?

8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Dr. Peter Karsant answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Yes: Very common. It generally gets better in a week.

Dr Gallia and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/3/2015

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Dr. Scott Frank answered

Specializes in Immediate Implant Placement

Yes: Very common to have jaw tightness after wisdom teeth removal. Generally speaking, this will improve with time but especially within the first two weeks after surgery. Heat compress can be beneficial.

Dr Gallia agreed

Answered 4/3/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Yes: Yes. Should improve within a week. If persistent, see dentist or oral surgeon.

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 4/17/2016

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