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Extraction site for first lower molar two weeks post op...no pain, etc., but sensitive to cold. is this normal?

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Dr. Gregory LaMorte answered

Specializes in Periodontics

Normal: Yes normal. The tooth on either side is what is probably causing the sensitivity. It should go away by itself in time.

Answered 6/25/2013

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Within normal limits: The cold sensitivity is probably the roots of the adjacent teeth to the extraction site. It will resolve.

Answered 9/15/2013

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