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Wisdom Teeth Extracted. Having Swollen Jaw. What Could Be Done?

hi, about 3 months ago I had 4 wisdom teeth extracted. All but the bottom right healed as they should have. I have an extremely swollen jaw, my lymph node is very swollen as well. It has been this way since the surgery. The pain ranges from my jaw, up to my ear, in my throat and tounge & sometimes causes my head to hurt, only on the right side. I've been to my dentist & had two xrays done plus a tooth pulled & another filled. I'm on antibiotics right now but the pain hasn't subsided. Help!
Tue, 12 Nov 2013
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Hello,

Swelling post extraction of wisdom tooth is common.

Since you had undergone extraction of wisdom tooth 3 months back,the swelling may have completely subsided by this time.

Gargle frequently with lukewarm saline.

Take complete course of antibiotics-analgesics.

Get a check up by a dentist to rule out the presence of any root pieces or bony fracture of tooth associated.

Hope this helps.
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Wisdom Teeth Extracted. Having Swollen Jaw. What Could Be Done?

Hello, Swelling post extraction of wisdom tooth is common. Since you had undergone extraction of wisdom tooth 3 months back,the swelling may have completely subsided by this time. Gargle frequently with lukewarm saline. Take complete course of antibiotics-analgesics. Get a check up by a dentist to rule out the presence of any root pieces or bony fracture of tooth associated. Hope this helps.