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Lower wisdom tooth extraction
Its nearly a month i had my lower wisdom tooth extracted surgically i am having a white whole in the place of extraction along with that some white poky thing is also there maybe a stiff bone kind off thing in the place of extraction can you advice what should be done?? And when will the whole heal
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If the bony is poky then you need to get it reduced
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Hello, this might be very normal healing but incase you are feeling that the bony elevation is uncomfortable, you must visit your dentist and get your checkup done.
If you need further assistance in your treatment plan, you can consult me.
Next Steps
May be alveoloplasty is required.
Maintain oral hygiene.
Health Tips
Warm saline rinses 5 times a day for a week.
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Do not worry if there is no pain
Proper oral hygiene have to be maintained
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Hi ,Don't panic what you have asked is nothing to be worried on
Do go for review to your dentist who have extracted your teeth
If possible send me a pic of the removed teeth area.
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pictures necessary
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dont touch that area with untidy hands
do rock salt water gargling wid lukewarm water
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No need to worry mentain oral hygiene
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Dr. Shivangi Singla
Dentist
8 yrs exp
Delhi
Hello. Firstly, you are only 20 year old and wisdom tooth extraction is not generally advised until there is patient discomfort that can not be treated otherwise.
Secondly, since you have got it extracted, it is very important to follow the oral hygiene instructions given to you by your doctor as this helps in better and quick healing of the wound.
Thirdly, the white thing you are mentioning can be food slough over the wound, but only if it is not excruciatingly paining you.
Next Steps
Any symptoms, then it is good for you to consult a specialist doctor i.e., Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon.
Health Tips
Do brushing softly and warm saline water rinses every 2-3 hours.
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
Go back to your dentist for a review if you are having any discomfort. A surgical extraction takes time to heal. Maintain a good oral hygiene.
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Dr. Zoya Rasheed
Cosmetic/Aesthetic Dentist
11 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello!
It ll take time to heal.
Do not panic if there is no pain
Health Tips
Maintain good oral hygiene
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Dr. Deeksha Sharma
Dentist
4 yrs exp
Delhi
If possible kindly attach a picture for the same, also your medical history if any.
Sometimes it takes a bit longer for the extraction site to completely heal, no need to worry if there’s no pain alongside.
Next Steps
Do lukewarm saline rinsing thrice a day for 10-15 days for the gums to completely heal.
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Do not eat from that side especially anything hard.
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