Wisdom teeth
By jesssp
@jesssp (2712)
Canada
October 13, 2008 7:43pm CST
To everyone who has had their wisdom teeth removed surgically (bottoms, specifically): how long did it take for your mouth/face/jaw/ears to stop hurting? I had mine out over a week ago and one side of my face is still killing me. I called the dentist and they told me it was normal and to just keep taking ibuprofen until it stops hurting. I've been taking it every 4 hours, but I'm still waking up in the middle of the night in agony.
What kind of experience did you have with your wisdom teeth extractions?
1 person likes this
2 responses
@fordgtdeb (131)
• Australia
14 Oct 08
i had mine out long time ago all of them in one go as they were compacted and had to go to hospital. cant recall how long mouth was sure for now as was about 24 years ago now. hope u feel better soon if still having trouble maybe consultant who took them out.
@JoyfulOne (6231)
• United States
14 Oct 08
I know when I had my bottom wisdoms removed it seemed to take longer than the upper ones. It is true that when the lower ones are removed you have to be more careful that you don't get what's called a 'dry socket.' Ask your dentist if it's ok to put some warm compresses on your cheek, that might ease the pain some. I feel for ya, nothing hurts worse than when they mess with taking out teeth like that...yeowch!!
