Dentist question
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K77 CTR

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1,662 posts

211 months

Friday 19th August 2011
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I had a wisdom tooth out in Monday, I have three sutures in my gum. I expect it to hurt but is it normal for my other teeth in that area to feel painful. Feels like they are really sensitive/ mild toothache?

It was infected but never got any antibiotics or packing, just nervous as going on holiday in 4 weeks and don't want an infection.

Any general advice?

MacGee

2,513 posts

259 months

Friday 19th August 2011
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might be an idea to get some antibiotics to take on hols. A hot salty mouthwash can help whilst away! Rest of teeth may be odd for a few days..dont forget you've had surgery with drilling of bone..so bound to hurt.

K77 CTR

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1,662 posts

211 months

Friday 19th August 2011
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Thanks macgee, spoke to dentist today, who was happy to see me straight away, has irrigated socket and packed with disgusting tasting stuff. I have a dry socket apparently frown

Original Poster

5,429 posts

205 months

Sunday 21st August 2011
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Nobody likes a dry socket.

Sorry smile

If it helps my wisdom teeth are coming through on one side, it's made the whole side of my face swell up!