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I had my wisdom tooth removed two days ago. my ear feels like i have an infection, pressure, poking feeling every occasionally, sore gums, sore jaw.

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Post surgical: Post-surgical care is the province of the practitioner that did the surgery. Call his/her office and report your current symptoms. He/she is the person that best knows your anatomy, physiology, and the extent of the surgery.

Answered 4/4/2020

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