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Scared about nerve damage

2025-02-25 15:59:18
I have my extraction tomorrow. Upper and lower molar both on the left side of the cheek. But i am scared if cutting the bone and taking out this teeth will cause any nerve damage. I am planning to get married next year, don't want any risk. Attaching the opg, doctor also didn't mention about cbct. Please guide me
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Dear Practo user , Based on the X-ray you provided, there is no cause for concern. You can proceed with the extraction; however, mild pain , discomfort and numbness in jaw are expected for a few days post-procedure, which can be managed effectively.

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Hello Please go ahead with the extraction

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The surgical extraction procedure does not involve any risk you can go ahead with the extraction. Dental Galaxy , Pune

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Hello! Nothing to worry about it, it will be done by expertise called oral and maxilofacial surgeons. They will take care of it.
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Keep your slef relax and trust your doctor,everything will be good

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Hi, There is no need to worry. There is no risk in the extraction procedure.

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Dear practo user , third molar extraction  is very routinely done procedure. Get it done from a specialist, get a thorough details about your surgery. Yes ,there can be slight nerve damage, but it's fully recoverable.
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If it's paining , antibiotics are needed.
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Not every time cbct is adviced.

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