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A 28-year-old female asked:
Had a lower left impacted wisdom tooth removed approx 2 months ago. now left side of tongue and lower left gum line is tingly and a slight burning sensation. unable to go back to dentist. part of tooth remained behind. feels like nerves were damaged.
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Dr. Arnold Malermananswered
Orthodontics 55 years experience
Specialist: You may have an infection, particularly if some of the root was left behind. This can be quite dangerous and spread quickly. Please see a specialist Oral Surgeon for appropriate treatment.
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Dr. Gary Sandleranswered
Dentistry 56 years experience
See Oral Sugeon: What you feel may or may not be related to removal of wisdom tooth. Could be bone fragment, tooth fragment of something else. It needs to be seen to be evaluated. What you describe warrants a consultation with an Oral Surgeon asap. If you can't go back to the same dentist, seek out another Oral Surgeon in your area. Don't just wait!
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Dr. Theodore Davantzisanswered
Dentistry 42 years experience
Nerve Pain: If you cannot go back to the same dentist who treated you, please consult with a local oral surgeon asap.
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Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 40 years experience
Oral surgeon consult: Contact an oral surgeon first, possible referral to a neurosurgeon if warranted.
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Last updated Jul 22, 2020
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