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A member asked:
I had a bottom tooth extracted on friday and i am scheduled for a tennis match today (48 hours after extraction). should i cancel?
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Not Necessarily: Unless you've been instructed to refrain from physical activity, if you're feeling up to it you should be fine.
Answered 4/12/2017
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Depends: Depends on how extensive the surgery. The only person who can answer your question is the General Dentist or specialist Oral Surgeon who did your surgery. Please call him/her for advice.
Answered 11/28/2017
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