How long is it normal for a tooth extraction hurt?

Question

After a wisdom tooth extraction is it normal for my teeth on the same side as the extraction to hurt?

Answer 1

Varies: Some extractions can be quite traumatic to the surrounding tissues, while others have virtually no pain at all. If you are having severe pain, call your dentist and be seen. One condition (dry socket) can become apparent 3-10 days after the procedure and be very painful. Some measures can be taken to relieve the pain. Call for a follow-up visit and let your dentist help.

Answer 2

Yes: A tooth extraction is very common and a dentist can probably address the incidence. I know that it is less common for young people today because dentists have found ways to protect teeth compared to people my age (58). Still, any procedure, dental or medical, should be performed only after informed consent. I hope this helps, best wishes.

Answer 3

Yes: Unfortunately it is becoming more and more common, mostly due to people not having money to pay for a root canal and no dental insurance. Also, the lack of oral hygiene in some populations is also increasing the incidence of teeth so bad the only option is extraction. On top of that, the american diet promotes tooth decay as well as drug abuse. Try to save your tooth instead of extract.

Answer 4

Yes: Its normal only if it is necessary. There are many reasons for tooth extraction . Too long to list here.

Answer 5

Common, not normal: Ideally all baby teeth should come out on their own and all permanent teeth should last a lifetime, so an extraction is not "normal". However given the realities of life, dental extractions are sometimes necessary. For example when a tooth is too badly damaged to be restored or a baby tooth is unable to come out on its own extraction necessary, but it is not "normal".

Answer 6

Depends: If someone needs a tooth extracted, it often depends upon the reason- decay, abscess, gum disease, wisdom teeth, etc.

Answer 7

Zero: Local anesthetics are given to numb the area completely and therefore you should not feel anything for the procedure. Nitrous Oxide\Oxygen or IV sedation is also available for the very anxious patient. Some soreness afterwards is to be expected which can be handled with an appropriate OTC or prescription pain medication.

Answer 8

Painless : Sorry to hear, but having a tooth pulled is sometimes necessary. Before extraction, your dentist will use a local anesthetic to numb the area where the tooth will be removed. If you are anxious, your dentist may use IV sedation that will prevent pain completely and make you sleep through the procedure. Anesthesia is the key. Good luck.

Answer 9

Depends on infection: extraction usually does not hurt during since you are anesthetized. after you should take Ibuprofen and Aspirin for 1 - 2 days. Pain during or after extraction is not normal and is usually due to infection which requires antibiotics. If this is anticipated it is best to start antibiotics and anti-inflammatory 1 - 48 hours before

Answer 10

One to two weeks: Normally it's about a week or so that the socket of the extracted tooth heals and closes as it fells up with blood that coagulate and turns into bone later, and the socket gets shallower as it heals. If that blood clot got dislodged for amy reason , that can cause the socket not to heal. The condition is very painful and known as dry socket. See your dentist to get it treated.

Answer 11

Quickly: Extraction sites heal immediately with a blood clot after a tooth is removed. The extraction socket may take a few months for complete wound closure. Most people usually recover from an extraction within a few days.

Answer 12

Thanks for asking!: Most extractions take 3-5 minutes per tooth. Of course not all extractions are the same and many multi-rooted or root canal treated teeth will take longer due to their level of difficulty and need for surgical removal.

Answer 13

Depends: It all depends on where in the mouth, condition the toot is in, infection being present, and other things.

Answer 14

Depends: 1-10min.....this does not include time for anesthesia & pre-op/post-op instructions etc.

Answer 15

Varies: Simple extractions should only take a few minutes. Complicated extractions can sometimes take longer, but in general, oral surgeons and experienced dentists can still complete complicated extractions very quickly and with minimal to no discomfort.

Answer 16

how long: After the area is numb the extraction should take anywhere from 1 minute to 1/2 hour....Depending on the complexity of the extraction.

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