I got my wisdom teeth removed 3 days ago. i would like to know how would i tell if i got an infection. and are there any sign i should look for if so.

Infection: Signs of infection include: fever, difficulty breathing and significant drainage. Follow-up with your surgeon to make sure that you're healing normally.

Discomfort: Dental infections usually manifest themselves with swelling, associated pain from the tender tissue, and possible drainage. If you are just a little sore from the extractions, then you are probably fine.

Signs of infection: What is normal following the removal of wisdom teeth: varying degrees of swelling and discomfort depending upon the difficulty of the extractions and your body's response to trauma. Signs of infection: increasing size and spread of swelling each day after first 24-36 hours, feeling or warmth, fever and chills. Any questions or concerns? Call your surgeon. Always better to be safe than sorry.