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How long can it take for wisdom teeth surgery to heal?
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Few days: Usually you are pretty sore for 2-3 days, sometimes longer.
Answered 2/6/2013
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Depends on..,,.: Is it a simple extraction of an intact tooth? Then expect a quicker, less eventful healing. Is it an impacted tooth (under the gum line and imbedded in the bone)? Then expect more uncomfortable and longer healing period. Those represent the two extremes, your teeth removal may be somewhat between what i described.
Answered 12/9/2013
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