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Is it possible for a wisdom tooth extraction to cause chronic ear infections?
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No: Chronic ear infections are usually due to blocked eustachian tubes. There is no connection between the two.
Answered 6/8/2017
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Not really....but: Sometimes the trauma of an extraction can make it feel like you have an ear problem. An ear infection is caused by bacteria or a virus and not from the extraction. Check back with the dentist if no improvement in the ear after a week.
Answered 5/3/2013
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