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Premolar extracted and currently experiencing pain and stiffness in jaw?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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Tooth Extraction: It is not uncommon to have some pain for a few days after an extraction. OTC pain meds will usually suffice. Stiffness in jaw could be a strained muscle from keeping your mouth wide open for the extraction.

Dr Malerman agreed

Answered 10/11/2020

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Pain/stiffness: There will be some post-surgical pain. After all, you did have surgery. If it does not begin to diminish by 48 hours post-surgery, call the Dentist or Oral Surgeon that treated you.

Answered 3/25/2022

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