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Oral surgeon made a small incision in my gum & shaved down a bone spicule 3 days ago im still in pain is this normal? incision is white now

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Normal: You've had a minor surgery and it will take a few days for the gum to heal. Please be patient.

Answered 2/2/2018

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