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Had my upper 1st premolars taken out on july 13th. the extractions weren't too difficult, but not easy. my gums are still red...is this normal?
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Premolar extractions: You should have had a post-op exam 7-10 days after extractions. Make an appointment to have the extraction sites checked by your dentist.
Answered 8/9/2016
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Red gums: What you are describing is probably normal post-surgical tissue. But to be sure ask your Dentist or Oral Surgeon for a post-surgical reevaluation. We can"t examine the tissue, he can.
Answered 8/9/2016
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