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Do wisdom teeth extraction with dissolvable stitches require a follow up visit to the oral surgeon?
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Not required.
Answered 12/1/2022
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At discretion of the Surgeon. Usually not.
Answered 12/2/2022
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A follow-up visit should be part of nearly all surgeries
Answered 12/2/2022
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