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A member asked:

Wisdom teeth extracted 6 days ago.possible oroantral communication but not booked into see my surgeon for c/u until 18 august.should i insist sooner?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: If you have an oroantral communication following the removal of your wisdom tooth or teeth, you should be evaluated ASAP.

Dr Abbott agreed

Answered 8/5/2015

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Call: Call the Surgeon's office and see if they need to see you sooner. They know your case and are best able to answer this question.

Dr Yen and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/7/2015

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