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I had my oral surgery on aug 13 they released my 1 day after. ever since then i can't open my mouth more the 1 cm what is going on.
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Trimus: Trismus or difficult opening is from the injections to numb the area and having to stay open wide enough for the os to do the job. It can last in my experience up to 2 weeks. Give it time and it will get better.
Answered 9/12/2013
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