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IAN below lower left 3rd molar

2018-06-16 08:43:36
Can I know if long term numbness can be avoided post wisdom tooth extraction? Dentist diagnosed IAN below lower left 3rd molar.
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Hello  visit  not all wisdom  tooth  extraction  give numbness.close proximity  chances are high but  numbness  goes out with time.
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Answered2018-06-18 18:34:09

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Not all wisdom teeth extractions cause numbness. Only a very rarely when the nerve runs very close to the tooth. Even when it happens , it will resolve on its own after a few weeks.
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Consult a good oral surgeon for extraction

Answered2018-06-16 10:11:47

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