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I just had my wisdom teeth removed last week.. and yes my jaw was stiff and is still not totally back to normal. I still don't eat everything and properly from that side. and i think this is normal... it should be fine in awhile though.. you should try using it slowly!
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Apparently you are supposed to exercise your jaw after wisdom tooth removal. I was having the same problem and after 1 and 1/2 weeks from the surgery I was only able to open my mouth half as far as it's supposed to open. Upon visiting the dentist I had been told to use moist heat on my jaw and use my thumb and pointer finger to gently push my mouth apart to re-extend the jaw muscles. I was also told to sing 'Old McDonald' Silly as it sounds that works every muscle in your jaw. I was told if i was not able to open my mouth to 50 cm in one week therapy be necessary because it could become TMJ.
-There is no way they told you to open your jaw 50cm wide. That is roughly around 19 inches, meaning bigger than a ruler. That is probably as big as your whole head. Your mouth would consume your FACE. So, what exactly did they tell you? because there is no way it was 50 cm. -Librarykid18
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YOUR JAW will be stiff and possibly swollen, and it is very important to look in your mouth with a flashlight to make sure it is not bright red and VERY sore. That could be a sign of infection that needs immediate attention from your dentist. <<>>
Gargle salt/warm water 3 - 4 times a day and spit out (DO NOT RINSE YOUR MOUTH OUT!) The salt helps heal and also toughens the gums. To this day I brush my teeth, then gargle with salt and warm water and although I have had to have some work done on my teeth I'm 65 and my dentist asked me how I was able to maintain such healthy gums. It's gotta be the salt!
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Can you get a wisdom tooth at sixty?
No. I am 61 and just had a wisdom tooth removed. No problem.
When does a wisdom tooth need to be surgically removed?
Wisdom tooth extraction requires an oral surgeon when the wisdom tooth is compacted, or when the area around the tooth is infected.
What can grow in the space where wisdom tooth was removed?
If not cleaned properly bacteria.
How long do you have after a wisdom tooth starts to surface do you have to get it removed?
If it doesn't give you any trouble it doesn't have to be removed.
Can i take NyQuil after getting your wisdom tooth removed?
Yes but i would check with my dentist
i have one wisdom tooth on lower right side that came in after all my other teeth were pulled do i need to have it removed befor i have my other dentuers made?
"i have a wisdom tooth on lower right side that came in after all my other teeth were removed do i need to have it removed before i get a set of dentures
Why is top of jaw sore and stiff from wisdom teeth extraction?
It is sore from the trauma of removing the tooth and it is stiff probably from the swelling. Your doctor probably gave you a prescription for the pain. If not, ibuprofen should help.
Must you have your wisdom tooth removed?
Normally, there is not enough room in your mouth for the wisdom teeth to come in. If you've lost some back teeth for one reason or another, the wisdon tooth can come in with no problem.
If a dentist recommends that you remove your second molar tooth instead of your wisdom tooth is that a bad choice if the second molar is in very bad condition?
I'd follow the advice of the dentist, since the wisdom tooth can move forward after the second molar is removed.
Why do you have to have your wisdom teeth extracted when they come in?
Wisdom teeth should be extracted when they push and damage the 7th tooth while they grow, also when they develop a cyst or cause an infection, and wisdom teeth are removed if they're causing problems with prosthesis. Here's an interesting video about wisdom tooth extraction.
Can a wisdom tooth serve as a replacement for a molar?
No, a wisdom tooth cannot serve as a replacement for a molar. Wisdom teeth are located at the back of the mouth and are not typically used for chewing food like molars. Additionally, wisdom teeth often need to be removed due to issues such as impaction or crowding.
Can you run after having wisdom teeth removed?
For a while ( few days) after your wisdom teeth are removed, it is advisable to do nothing that might disturb the blood clots that have formed in the tooth socket. That would include running or jumping.
