Understanding Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Healing and Concerns
Inquiry Consultation Hello Dr. Tseng: I had my lower right wisdom tooth extracted over a decade ago. Currently, that area only has gum tissue. Last July, I noticed a semi-circular protrusion on the gum tissue, approximately 0.2 cm in size, with a pinkish-white color. During a rou...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Kris: 1. The semicircular protrusion may be caused by gingival inflammation and hyperplasia. It is recommended to consult a dentist for further examination if it does not resolve. 2. If there are residual tooth roots that were not completely extracted, this could lead to...[Read More] Understanding Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Healing and Concerns
Understanding Gum Bumps: Common Concerns After Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Inquiry for clarification? Dear Dr. Lin, Hello. My lower right wisdom tooth was extracted over a decade ago, and the area is now edentulous gum tissue. Around July of last year, I noticed a semi-circular protrusion on the gum tissue, approximately 0.2 cm in size, which appears p...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If you are concerned about oral cancer, it is recommended to go directly to a hospital or medical center and consult with oral pathology or oral surgery. The suspicious areas can be locally excised and sent for biopsy. Soft tissue biopsies or tumor removals are covered ful...[Read More] Understanding Gum Bumps: Common Concerns After Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Care and Cavity Treatment Guidelines
Wisdom Tooth Extraction & Cavity Filling 1. It has been one week since I had my wisdom teeth extracted (the upper and lower right wisdom teeth), and I just had my stitches removed. I currently have a cavity in my upper right first molar that is being treated with medication. ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: 1. It is recommended to wait until the wound has completely healed and there is no pain when opening your mouth before proceeding with dental treatment. 2. Maintain good oral hygiene, keep a regular schedule, and avoid irritants such as tobacco and alcohol. 3. Once the wou...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Care and Cavity Treatment Guidelines
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Care: Managing Pain and Oral Hygiene
Post-operative care for wisdom teeth extraction and gum pain on the third day? I had my lower right and upper right wisdom teeth extracted on December 1 (Friday), which was the first day of my menstrual period. For the first three days, I gently brushed the right side of my mouth...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: 1. If your immune system is weaker during your menstrual period, there may be a risk of acute infection after tooth extraction. However, based on your description, there are no signs of acute symptoms, so it should not affect the healing of the wound. 2. No. 3. Normal cle...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Care: Managing Pain and Oral Hygiene
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Care: Managing Pain and Oral Hygiene
Post-operative care for wisdom teeth extraction and gum pain on the third day? I had my lower right and upper right wisdom teeth extracted on December 1 (Friday), which was the first day of my menstrual period. For the first three days, I gently brushed the right side of my mouth...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: 1. If your immune system is weaker during your menstrual period, there may be a risk of acute infection after tooth extraction. However, based on your description, there are no signs of acute symptoms, so it should not affect the subsequent wound healing. 2. No. 3. Normal ...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Care: Managing Pain and Oral Hygiene
Should You Use Collagen After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Wisdom Tooth Extraction and Collagen Hello, I am scheduled to have my upper wisdom teeth extracted this week. Due to work commitments, I am concerned about post-operative pain and the healing time, and I am hesitant about whether I should pay out of pocket for collagen placement....
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Literature has confirmed and clinical observations show that wounds treated with collagen tend to heal better. If financially feasible, spending a few extra thousand dollars to enhance the healing of the wound is likely beneficial and should not be a concern. Additionally,...[Read More] Should You Use Collagen After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: What to Do About Exposed Bone Fragments?
After the extraction of a wisdom tooth, a bone fragment protruded, and the doctor removed it directly? Doctor, I had my upper left wisdom tooth extracted about a month ago, and since then, there has been a hard piece on my gum that keeps irritating my cheek. During my follow-up v...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to observe for 1 to 2 weeks to see if the symptoms improve, as only the physician at the time of treatment knows the most appropriate course of action. Currently, what you can do is to wait for the wound to heal.[Read More] After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: What to Do About Exposed Bone Fragments?
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: When to Seek Dental Care?
Post-operative issues after wisdom tooth extraction? After having your wisdom teeth removed, if the area next to the extraction site was sutured with absorbable stitches and you notice that the stitches seem to have broken two days post-surgery, along with pain and some bleeding ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to return for a follow-up visit to check if additional sutures are needed and to apply medication for disinfection.[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: When to Seek Dental Care?
Can You Use Propolis After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Can propolis solution be used after wisdom tooth extraction? After wisdom tooth extraction, is it okay to apply propolis liquid on the wound with stitches? Should it be diluted with warm water, or is it not recommended? If it is permissible, how long after the extraction should I...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is strongly advised not to apply or take any non-prescription medications before the wound has fully healed. Please have any additional skincare products confirmed by your physician regarding the wound healing status before starting to use them![Read More] Can You Use Propolis After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Managing Gum Discomfort and Swelling
Discomfort in the gums after wisdom tooth extraction? It has been three weeks since my wisdom tooth extraction. A week ago, I returned to the clinic because of a bony protrusion from the alveolar bone, which was smoothed down. I felt discomfort in my gums while the bone was being...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If you are experiencing symptoms such as dysphagia or difficulty breathing while swallowing, it is advisable to return for a follow-up appointment as soon as possible to identify the underlying cause. If you no longer trust your original clinic, you may seek an examination...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Managing Gum Discomfort and Swelling
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Care: Managing Pain and Recovery Tips
Care for the wound after tooth extraction? Hello, doctor. In October, I discovered that three fragments of a molar next to my impacted wisdom tooth had broken off due to decay. The dentist informed me that I could not have the cavity filled without extracting the wisdom tooth, so...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: The medications that dentists can prescribe are usually quite limited and mild, so there is no need to worry excessively. It is recommended to continue using the psychiatric/systemic medications that you were originally taking. If there is inflammation in the dental area, ...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Care: Managing Pain and Recovery Tips
Understanding Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Nerve Sensations
Post-operative issues after wisdom tooth extraction? An X-ray revealed that the root of the lower right wisdom tooth was in contact with the nerve. At the end of March, due to a deep cavity in the wisdom tooth that likely reached the nerve, I experienced intermittent nerve pain. ...
Dr. Qiu Qiongyao Reply:
Hello: If the wisdom tooth is in contact with the inferior alveolar nerve, there may be some nerve contact or traction injury during the extraction of the wisdom tooth. The application of collagen for recovery is a good sign, and the absence of pain indicates a positive healing p...[Read More] Understanding Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Nerve Sensations
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Understanding Pain and Healing
Post-operative issues after wisdom tooth extraction? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about something. I had my impacted wisdom tooth extracted on September 27th, and the doctor mentioned that the wound was quite large. When I had my stitches removed on October 4th, the doct...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: The recovery of a tooth extraction wound typically takes about one month for initial healing, while complete healing may take around six months. Limited mouth opening can be an indicator of infection; if accompanied by symptoms such as fever, difficulty breathing, trouble ...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Understanding Pain and Healing
Is Gum Overgrowth Normal After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
After having my wisdom teeth removed, the gum tissue around my front molars has become elevated? I just had my wisdom teeth extracted last week, and I noticed that the gum tissue in front of my wisdom teeth is covering about one-third of my molar. When I touch it, I can lift it u...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to return to the orthodontist's office to see if the retainer can be adjusted. Otherwise, continuous irritation to the wound area may make it more difficult for the wound to heal back to its normal state.[Read More] Is Gum Overgrowth Normal After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Is It Normal to Experience Pain After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Post-operative condition after wisdom tooth extraction? Hello, doctor: I would like to ask, it has been ten days since I had my upper right wisdom tooth extracted, but I am still experiencing significant pain, even radiating to my lower jaw. Is this normal? I still have to rely o...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Mr. Blue: If the process of wisdom tooth extraction involves the modification of the jawbone and the removal of the wisdom tooth, resulting in a larger extraction site, the recovery time for the postoperative wound will be longer. Director Tseng Guang-Hui, Department of Den...[Read More] Is It Normal to Experience Pain After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Managing Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Infections: What to Do?
Pus formation after wisdom tooth extraction? Hello doctor, two weeks after having my wisdom teeth removed, I returned to the clinic to have my stitches taken out and to get braces. The next day, there was pus at the wound site, and I could squeeze out yellow fluid. What should I ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to return to the original clinic as soon as possible for the physician to check for any bacterial infection or purulent condition.[Read More] Managing Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Infections: What to Do?
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: When Is It Safe to Remove Stitches?
Post-operative issues after wisdom tooth extraction? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if it's okay to remove the stitches on Friday after having my wisdom teeth extracted on Monday, considering the clinic mentioned that stitches can be removed 3 to 7 days post-surgery.
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If the physician has confirmed that the sutures can be removed after the actual examination, then it is fine to proceed. The oral wound and the external scar are not closely related; the focus should be on the healing of the wound![Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: When Is It Safe to Remove Stitches?
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: When to Seek Dental Care?
Post-operative issues after wisdom tooth extraction? I would like to ask the doctor, I had my wisdom tooth extracted last Wednesday, and last night while eating, I accidentally bit the wound and it started bleeding. I bit down on the gauze for two hours before the bleeding stoppe...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: In cases of persistent bleeding from oral wounds, it is advisable to investigate whether there are any underlying systemic issues. Injuries from bites or routine tooth extractions typically do not directly damage small arteries or veins; rather, damage to capillaries or so...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: When to Seek Dental Care?
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Care: Essential Tips and Guidelines
Post-operative Care and Precautions After Extraction of Upper and Lower Right Wisdom Teeth The doctor successfully extracted two upper and lower wisdom teeth (vertically positioned) on the afternoon of August 22. The procedure went smoothly without complications, but there was bl...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you wait until the wound has healed before applying any pressure to the area. If food gets stuck, gently rinse with mouthwash using a syringe; do not intentionally reopen the wound that is in the process of healing. Regarding coagulation function, it...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Care: Essential Tips and Guidelines
Discomfort and Blisters After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
Discomfort in the lower jaw and the presence of blisters in the oral cavity after wisdom tooth extraction? Hello Doctor, I had my lower wisdom teeth extracted on July 27th, and for the past week or two, I've been experiencing discomfort in my lower jaw. Sometimes it feels wa...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Bone infections can usually be detected through X-rays. Recurrent blisters are more related to gum infections or minor salivary gland injuries. Symptoms associated with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) issues include limited mouth opening, joint clicking sounds, and muscle so...[Read More] Discomfort and Blisters After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions