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I had my bottom right molar removed 3 1/2 weeks ago and i have severe pain in my jaw. i can't open my mouth all the way.
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Go to Emergency Room: In the Emergency Department, we see a great deal of dental problems chronic and acute. If your symptoms include an inability to open your mouth, swallow properly, breath properly or cause severe pain and follow a dental trauma or procedure...call your dentist now or go to the ER.
Answered 5/8/2017
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Jaw pain: Very difficult to advise you properly over the internet. It's best to see your own dentist asap to address this issue. Limited opening can be from TMJ/TMD related to the extraction visit (jaw spasm from injection or opening wide for procedure); pain can be related to tooth or from another tooth. Your own dentist should be able to determine cause and treat you accordingly. Call for an appointment
Answered 5/10/2017
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