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Is numbness normal after wisdom teeth removal?
Only for the first day. If you are having numbness that is persisting beyond that, it could be a sign of nerve injury or damage and should be evaluated.
Does an oral surgeon treat TMJ?
Some do and others don't. Make sure you are seeing a board certified OMFS and simply calling their office to ask would let you know.
How long does it take to recover from a tooth extraction?
It depends on the diagnosis that is making the extraction necessary and the difficulty of the surgery. Typically, you will feel fine within 2-3 days.
Is having a tooth pulled considered oral surgery?
Yes, with the degree of surgery depending on which tooth and why it needs removal. Seeing a board certified OMFS will result in the easiest path of surgery and recovery for you. READ MORE
Yes, with the degree of surgery depending on which tooth and why it needs removal. Seeing a board certified OMFS will result in the easiest path of surgery and recovery for you.
What's the recovery length of a tooth extraction?
Usually about 2-3 days.
Can alcohol delay the healing of my wisdom tooth removal?
It depends on how many days later. Stay away from carbonated drinks, don't use a straw and do NOT drink if you are taking prescription pain meds. If the party is that important READ MORE
It depends on how many days later. Stay away from carbonated drinks, don't use a straw and do NOT drink if you are taking prescription pain meds. If the party is that important and you are not in pain from the wisdom teeth, you might want to consider rescheduling the surgery to a better timeframe.
When can I eat hard foods after tooth extraction?
No. You will still need to avoid that area and be careful.
Is a wisdom tooth removal painful?
Yes, but usually not intense. You may need pain medication for a day or 2, but typically not beyond that.
How do you know if you need your wisdom teeth removed?
Have a consult with a board certified OMFS and have them review your xray to explain the indications for their possible removal. Everyone is different and unique in that regard. READ MORE
Have a consult with a board certified OMFS and have them review your xray to explain the indications for their possible removal. Everyone is different and unique in that regard.
How should I sleep with wisdom tooth pain?
See a board certified OMFS for a consult ASAP. The pain may be from an infection, and the only answer may be for them to be removed. The infection could spread to become VERY READ MORE
See a board certified OMFS for a consult ASAP. The pain may be from an infection, and the only answer may be for them to be removed. The infection could spread to become VERY serious if not treated.
What can I eat one week after wisdom tooth removal?
After 1 week, you should be fine to return to a normal diet.
Why was I prescribed antibiotics after extraction?
To limit the risk of having a post operative infection.
What happens when you get a tooth implant?
The "implant" is like a root replacement. This needs to be placed into the bone first and given time to heal (about 3 months in lower jaw, 5-6 in upper), then the tooth portion READ MORE
The "implant" is like a root replacement. This needs to be placed into the bone first and given time to heal (about 3 months in lower jaw, 5-6 in upper), then the tooth portion of the procedure can be done, which takes 2 visits back with the dentist.
Ways to get rid of TMJ pain?
You can try resting your jaw, using NSAID medication (like Motrin), heat/cold packs. If it persists, see a board certified OMFS that treats TMJ patients and see about having an READ MORE
You can try resting your jaw, using NSAID medication (like Motrin), heat/cold packs. If it persists, see a board certified OMFS that treats TMJ patients and see about having an occlusal splint made (type of night guard made for TMJ).
Is it hard to chew because of TMJ?
Most likely, you may want to explore options for treating it if you have not already.
How can I recover after surgery to remove my wisdom teeth?
Rest for the first day or 2 after surgery, ice to your face the first day, keep you head elevated after surgery, don't use a straw the first week, nothing carbonated during that READ MORE
Rest for the first day or 2 after surgery, ice to your face the first day, keep you head elevated after surgery, don't use a straw the first week, nothing carbonated during that time frame and take your medications as directed. They should give you a list of post op instructions after your surgery to follow at home.
Is maxillofacial surgery used to treat jaw diseases?
Typically the answer would be yes, but it also depends on the type of disease. Some maxillofacial surgeons do not treat malignancies (cancer) of the jaws, while others might. READ MORE
Typically the answer would be yes, but it also depends on the type of disease. Some maxillofacial surgeons do not treat malignancies (cancer) of the jaws, while others might.
How long does a dental implant procedure take?
If there is only one implant being placed, it would typically be less than an hour.
Does having a tooth replaced require an oral surgery follow up?
Yes. Usually the first step is placing the dental implant, which is like the root replacement that goes into the bone. This needs to heal for 3-6 months depending on the site READ MORE
Yes. Usually the first step is placing the dental implant, which is like the root replacement that goes into the bone. This needs to heal for 3-6 months depending on the site before the tooth portion can be put into place. All together, you might require 4-5 visits from start to finish.
What foods can I eat after oral surgery?
Usually very soft, non-chew type of diet the first day, advancing slowly over the first week depending on the surgery. They should go over all of this with you the day of the READ MORE
Usually very soft, non-chew type of diet the first day, advancing slowly over the first week depending on the surgery. They should go over all of this with you the day of the surgery before your discharge.
