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Tooth extraction
A week After tooth extraction it still pains. Doc has given tablets which gives temporary relief. How long does it take to recover
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If it was a surgical extraction it may pain for upto a week to 10 days after extraction. If there is a sudden increase in pain and swelling then you need to consult a dentist.
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Do hot water gargles with salt and avoid hard food stuff for sometime
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It generally do not pain after a week. Consult your doctor for dry socket or anything else. Till then do warm saline rinses(add a pinch of salt in a glass of warm water) five times a day.
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