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After a wisdom tooth extraction - assuming the tooth was fully erupted - how long does it take for the extraction site to heal?
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Wound healing: With the understanding that each case is different from both a dental and medical standpoint here are some basic guidelines. Gums will heal over in about 10 days to 2 weeks, although the gum may still feel somewhat tender for longer. Bone maturation takes 8-12 weeks generally.
Answered 9/9/2017
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