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Hi. i had my ur2 tooth removed 5 days ago, and a temp bridge fitted after extraction. since then my gums and teeth are really sore, plus i get a really bad taste from the extraction site.
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What to do:: See the dentist who is treating you as soon as possible to evaluate the cause of your symptoms, if everything is healing properly, what can be done to make you feel more comfortable sooner, and if anything requires immediate treatment. This needs to be evaluate in person.
Answered 12/15/2015
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