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I had extraction 5days ago (2 premolar uper). i had an infection there, that tooth was broken. after extraction i had sutures 5days. i still have similar symptoms as i had before when i had infection. is is possible there are still infected tissues?

Q: i had extraction 5days ago (2 premolar uper). i had an infection there, that tooth was broken. after extraction i had sutures 5days. i still have similar symptoms as i had before when i had infection. is is possible there are still infected tissues?

: If the tooth came out without any problems, you are in the healing process. Have your dentist look at area and take an x-ray. If no swelling, than you should be fine.

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If the tooth came out without any problems, you are in the healing process. Have your dentist look at area and take an x-ray. If no swelling, than you should be fine.

Answered 9/27/2023

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A member asked:

I had extraction 5days ago (2 premolar uper). i had an infection there, that tooth was broken. after extraction i had sutures 5days. i still have similar symptoms as i had before when i had infection. is is possible there are still infected tissues?

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