Had wisdom teeth removed. Jaw is swollen and painful, uncomfortable to sleep , eat or even move. Advise?
Patient: HelloI had my 4 wisdom teeth removed 6 days ago. And my jaw seems to be swelling more and more all the time. It's Very uncomfortable to sleep , eat or even to move around. The pain seems to be getting worse as time passes. Is this an infection or just normal healing and swelling ? Jaw and cheek are swollen as big as a tennis ball Doctor: Hello Welcome to HCM I would like to tell you that wisdom teeth extraction is not a simple extraction.Its somewhat complicated surgical procedure & there are many post extraction effects that are seen like:- -prolonged numbness due to local anaesthesia effect -pain -swelling -difficulty in opening mouth -fever -malaise You don't need to worry for any of these symptoms. Take some rest & start with amoxiclav-625 twice a day along with zerodol-SP twice a day.Also take some multivitamin & antacid like rabeprazole 20 mg if acidity persists.Take all this for 3 days. Along with that start warm saline rinses 24 hrs after extraction.This will help in healing. Consult your dentist if problem persist. Take Care Regards Dr.Neha