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I had teeth extractions on my left side about two weeks ago and i sometimes feel my whole jaw sore once in a while on both sides is that normal?

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Possibly: You could have some stretched muscles and/ or tendons from opening widely during the procedure, tmj. May also be sore. Give it some time and take advil, (ibuprofen) 800 mg every 4 hrs., for a week. If it doesn't feel better, see your dentist.

Answered 2/6/2013

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Yes and no: Sometimes after a tooth extraction your bite may be slightly different. (this can be due to several factors), or your musculature in the area may have undergone some trauma as well. It may resolve on it's own but to be safe you should communicate this to the doctor who extracted the teeth to evaluate the situation and discuss possible treatment if required.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Brett Noorda answered

Specializes in Dentistry

No, not normal: Soreness on both sides may suggest you are clenching your teeth in response to the discomfort of the extractions. Your teeth and jaws become sore from the pressure. On the side of the extractions the soreness could be a sign of mild dry socket, where the bone of the hole left from the tooth removal becomes irritated. You probably ought to go see your dentist and get checked to be safe.

Answered 10/3/2015

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