Wisdom tooth extraction, Dentistry FAQ

Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Why Is the Adjacent Tooth Sore?

After having my wisdom teeth removed, the tooth in front of the wisdom tooth started to ache? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about the discomfort I am experiencing. I had my impacted wisdom tooth extracted on December 11th (the stitches have not been removed yet), and on Decem...

Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Jiang, Hello! After having your wisdom teeth extracted, if the tooth in front is starting to ache, it could be due to cavities or periodontal disease. An X-ray and a physical examination are necessary to determine the cause. Please communicate with your dentist! Thank ...

Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Is Swallowing Saliva Normal?

Post-operative saliva swallowing issues after wisdom tooth extraction? According to the topic, I just had my wisdom teeth removed today. I've been told not to use a straw to drink anything because it might suck out the blood clot and cause another issue. However, I usually s...

Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Anonymous Miss: Hello! After having your wisdom teeth removed, your face may be swollen for 3 to 4 days, and you might feel a pulling sensation at the wound, which is likely due to the stitches. Once the stitches are removed, it should be fine! Please communicate more with y...

Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Healing Concerns and Tips

Wisdom tooth recovery Hello, Doctor. I had my wisdom teeth extracted last month, and it was an impacted tooth that was quite deep. It's been a month now, but I still feel a foreign sensation at the extraction site (there's no swelling), which is quite uncomfortable. Is ...

Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Anonymous, Hello! It has been a month since your wisdom tooth extraction, and you are still experiencing swelling and pain. A detailed examination is necessary to expedite the healing process. Please communicate more with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you safety and h...

Persistent Swelling After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: What to Know

It has been several months since the wisdom tooth extraction? Hello, doctor. I had my lower right wisdom tooth extracted around April and May of 2018, and now it's early November. I still feel a sense of swelling in my right cheek, but there is no pain. What could be the pos...

Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Miss Sisi: Hello! It has been 6 months! You should have an X-ray examination for further evaluation! Please communicate more with your physician! Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry.

Persistent Pain After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: What to Do Next?

Pain in the gums around the wisdom tooth? I had my wisdom teeth removed in April, and the sockets still haven't healed. They often hurt, and I've had X-rays taken at the clinic, which showed no issues. I've been taking anti-inflammatory and pain relief medication. ...

Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If you have already had an X-ray taken at the clinic and confirmed that there are no issues, the most common cause of long-term pain after tooth extraction is dry socket. This condition is primarily due to poor blood circulation, which prevents the extraction site from hea...

Understanding the Tooth Extraction Process: What to Expect After Wisdom Teeth Removal

The process of having a wisdom tooth extracted feels very strange! This afternoon, I went to the clinic to have my wisdom teeth extracted. The doctor first administered anesthesia. After that, I was told to rest for a bit, and everything seemed fine at that point! Then, the extra...

Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Miss Lingjing: Hello! (The process of wisdom tooth extraction feels very strange!) You should consult with your doctor to confirm the facts! Please communicate more with your physician! Thank you! Wishing you peace! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry

Understanding Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Complications and Infections

After wisdom tooth extraction Hello Doctor, I had my lower left wisdom tooth extracted on Monday (which coincided with the start of my menstrual period). The doctor prescribed medication for three days, and everything was normal until Saturday afternoon when I developed a sore th...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If there is no severe infection such as acute pericoronitis or cellulitis before the extraction of a horizontally impacted wisdom tooth, and the wound is properly cleaned after the procedure, there may be only mild inflammation post-surgery that should not affect the throat. Howe...

Is Tongue Pain Normal After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?

Wisdom tooth issues Is it normal for my tongue to feel painful after having my wisdom teeth removed? It hurts when I eat, and even though it has been a week since the extraction and the stitches have been removed, it still hurts.

Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Dear Qi, Hello, the wound after wisdom tooth extraction requires some time to heal, but it is still recommended that you seek a medical examination to alleviate any concerns. Thank you for your letter! Wishing you peace and health, Dr. Zhu Guanyu Attending Physician, Departm...

Understanding Delayed Healing After Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Healing issues after wisdom tooth extraction? Hello, doctor. I have a question. I had my wisdom teeth extracted at a large hospital and had my stitches removed. It has been almost a month since the extraction, and I noticed some very slight and faint bleeding when I checked the w...

Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello, There are many factors that can affect the healing of the surgical site after wisdom tooth extraction, including the condition of the wisdom tooth and surrounding soft and hard tissues prior to the procedure, the surgical technique and duration during the operation, as w...

Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Pain, Swelling, and Care Tips

Problems After Wisdom Tooth Extraction Hello, doctor. I had my wisdom teeth removed three days ago, and my face is still very swollen, and my head is very painful. However, the doctor only prescribed painkillers and did not prescribe any anti-inflammatory medication. Is this the ...

Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello, 1. The purpose of taking antibiotics is to prevent or control infections. Symptoms caused by infections typically include redness, swelling, heat, and pain. 2. As long as the paper napkin serves its purpose, whether it is clipped or not seems to be of secondary importa...

Chronic Gum Swelling and Bleeding After Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Gum swelling and bleeding? Hello Doctor: It has been over a year since I had my wisdom teeth extracted at the clinic, and the gums around the adjacent tooth have been persistently swollen and bleeding. Prior to the extraction, I did not experience any discomfort in that tooth...

Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Dear Mr. Huang, Based on your description, it is recommended that you seek medical examination. Thank you for your correspondence! Wishing you peace and health, Dr. Kuan-Yu Chu Director of Dentistry Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare

Is 12 Days Too Late to Remove Stitches After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?

Concerns Regarding Stitches After Wisdom Tooth Extraction Hello doctor, I had my horizontal wisdom tooth extracted and I'm scheduled to have my stitches removed 12 days later. Is that too late? My doctor was on leave, which is why it was delayed to 12 days. Should this be a ...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
It is normal to have the stitches removed 1-2 weeks after the extraction of impacted wisdom teeth. It is important to keep the wound clean to prevent inflammation.

Common Concerns After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: What to Expect

Issues Related to Wisdom Tooth Extraction Hello Doctor, I had surgery to remove a lower left horizontal wisdom tooth on June 28. As of today, July 9, I occasionally feel a very sore and achy sensation in my cheek or the extraction site. Is this normal? When I press or massage my ...

Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Wen, Hello! If your horizontal wisdom tooth is positioned too deeply, it is common to experience swelling, soreness, bruising, and difficulty fully opening your mouth after extraction. If you encounter any issues, please return to your original clinic for treatment! Mak...

Common Concerns After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: What to Expect

Understanding Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: What is That Bump?

After wisdom tooth extraction, a new tooth may grow? I previously had no issues when getting my wisdom teeth extracted, but I recently noticed a pink, swollen lump at the healing site. It doesn't hurt, but I can feel that there's something there. What could this be? The...

Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
X-rays and intraoral photographs of the patient are needed to identify the specific adaptive tissue or soft tissue you are referring to. Additionally, a biopsy is required to determine whether the tissue is benign or malignant.

Residual Tooth Fragments After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: What to Do?

After the extraction of an impacted tooth, there may be residual tooth fragments? Hello Doctor: Ten days ago, I had my upper right wisdom tooth extracted (the tooth was completely removed and I took it home). This week, I returned for a follow-up appointment to have the stitches ...

Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Patient, Hello! Based on what you described (the tooth was completely extracted and taken home), it should not be a tooth unless it was a cut tooth. It could possibly be bone, so it is important to consult a dentist for assistance. Please communicate more with your physici...

Chronic Tooth Pain: Seeking Solutions After Years of Discomfort

I have had a toothache for over two years, but my gums are not swollen! Hello Doctor: Two years ago, I had a cavity in my upper left molar, and the dentist recommended extracting my wisdom tooth before treatment. I followed their advice and had it removed. However, two days later...

Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. ANN: Hello! As mentioned, you have been through a lot! The issue on the upper left may be related to your wisdom tooth, which could be causing damage to the upper first molar. The upper right seems to be a cavity issue, along with tooth sensitivity, which can truly affec...

Concerns About Food Debris in Wisdom Tooth Extraction Sites

There are food particles in the extraction site of the wisdom tooth? Hello Dr. Huang: Last month, I had two horizontal wisdom teeth extracted from the lower jaw. After the stitches were removed, the doctor provided me with a syringe to clean out food debris that got trapped in th...

Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Michael, Hello! (The hole is getting smaller, and it feels increasingly difficult to rinse.) In fact, the wound is healing gradually, so there is no need to worry! Please communicate more with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-F...

Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Unusual Nasal Symptoms Explained

After having my wisdom teeth removed, my nasal cavity feels strange? I had my upper left wisdom tooth extracted, and afterwards, there was a rupture of the sinus membrane. I quickly returned to the hospital for suturing, and the doctor mentioned that he placed absorbable hemostat...

Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Hsiang, Hello! As mentioned, you should return to your original clinic. Please communicate more with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Director Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry

Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Healing Concerns and Care Tips

After wisdom tooth extraction and suture removal? I apologize for the inconvenience. I recently had my impacted wisdom teeth removed and the stitches have been taken out. I noticed that aside from the hole where the wisdom tooth was extracted, the gum near my molar, which had one...

Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Hsuan, Hello! As mentioned, the wound is normal. You can gently brush it with a toothbrush and rinse with saline solution. It will heal on its own! Please communicate more with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you well! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry

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