Can numbness in face and jaw and a burning tongue be caused by a wisdom tooth?
Yes. Although it is relatively rare, an impacted wisdom tooth could cause those symptoms. It is possible that the impacted tooth is impinging on a branch of the trigeminal nerve, which gives sensation to the jaw and tongue. A more serious condition would be a dentigerous cyst, which would also be associated with an impacted tooth. Your best course of actrion if you are experiencing these symptoms would be to consult with your dentist or an oral surgeon.
More than likely the hearing loss is unrelated to the wisdom teeth being removed. The tinnitis may be related to the pain medication you are taking post-operatively. Aspirin and aspirin-type pain relievers (Anaprox, Ibuprophen, etc.) are known to cause temporary tinnitis in some people.
You should contact the doctor that removed the wisdom teeth and make him/her aware of these problems. All follow-up care is included in the fees you pay for the extractions. Follow your doctor's advice.
How long should your teeth hurt after wisdom teeth surgery?
I got mine out six days ago and it still hurts me but everyone has their own rate at healing. i would wait about another two days unless the pain is unbearable then i would call for a re-checkup.
What if your dentist didn't give injection before fillings?
Well then it is because he thinks that you do not NEED that shot.
The shot is with novacaine and is given if necessary due to its numbing result.
All you feel is a little pinch but if he asks you , you should take it.
Hope it helps.
What are injectable local anesthetics?
Injectable local anesthetics provide pain relief for some part of the body during surgery,dental procedures,or other medical procedures.commonly used injectable local anesthetics are lidocaine(Xylocaine),bupivacaine(Marcaine), and mepivacaine(Carbocaine)
How do you straighten a crooked front tooth?
The safest way is to go to the orthodontist. You can get a container or braces .
I had mine removed 2 days ago and it didn't hurt a bit. When I first got in the chair and they put the IV in my arm the dentist told be about the procedure and started putting different types of medicine to help me with the procedure. I fell asleep in about 3 min and when I woke up I was lying in my bed. I didn't remember anything from when I fell asleep to my friend driving me back to my dorm room. My face didn't swell much because of the medicine that was given to me. I still feel no pain what so ever.
I don't know if me being in the Air Force makes anything different as I'm sure the civilian dentists will do the same thing for you.
How might big front teeth with a large gap be fixed without it taking many years?
ask your dentists if he could place some bonding on them to fill the gap, and if he could file them slightly to shorten them. That would only take one visit.
Any actors that wanted to become dentists in the first place?
Steve Guttenberg (of the Police Academy series of movies), was in dental school before he auditioned for a part and changed his career.
It will be necessary to rest for a while after general anaesthesia or sedation. The jaw may feel stiff and sore, but painkillers will help to relieve discomfort. Most people can go home as soon as they have recovered from the anaesthesia. However, if you have had general anaesthesia or sedation, you will need to arrange for someone to drive you home and stay with you for at least 24 hours. General anaesthesia can temporarily affect co-ordination and reasoning skills, so you should not drive, drink alcohol, operate machinery or sign legal documents for 48 hours afterwards. You may be given painkillers, antibiotics and mouthwash solutions to take home. Once home, the painkillers should be taken as advised by the surgeon and nurses. Any pain, swelling or stiffness is usually at its worst two or three days after the operation and then gradually improves. Do not vigorously rinse your mouth out during the first 24 hours because this disturbs the blood clots that are part of the healing process. After meals, rinse gently with warm salt water (one teaspoon of table salt to a glass). At first, it may be possible to feel small fragments of bone with your tongue. These are the edges of the tooth socket and will soon disappear as the gum heals. Depending on the type of stitches used, they may need to be removed (arrangements will be made for this to be done). If dissolvable stitches have been used, they will disappear 7 to 10 days after the operation. To begin with, you should eat soft foods, gradually returning to a normal diet once any jaw stiffness has settled. Very hot drinks and spicy food can increase pain and bleeding and should be avoided until the gum has healed. Drinking alcohol and smoking should also be avoided as they can increase bleeding and delay healing. Anyone who experiences increased bleeding should fold a clean handkerchief or piece of gauze, place it on the bleeding gum and - in a sitting position - bite on it for at least 20 minutes. It is important not to rinse your mouth out or lie down. Most people experience no problems following an operation to remove wisdom teeth. However, contact your dentist or the hospital immediately if you develop any of the following: * bleeding that doesn't stop after applying pressure, or that lasts for more than half an hour * difficulty breathing or swallowing * a face that continues to swell more than three days after the operation * a fever or high temperature * severe pain that is not relieved by painkillers These symptoms may indicate that you have an infection or another problem.
It is not necessary to be asleep even for your wisdom teeth extractions, but if you're asking if they will because you WANT to be asleep then you simply have to ask your dentist. You should be able to find a dentist around you that is offering sleep dentistry, though it really is unnecessary and will be much more costly. It probably would not take more than 5 minutes if it isn't a molar.
Can you go to the dentist if you are taking cumadin?
Best bet if you are taking any type of blood thinner is to ask your physician if you should go off the blood thinner prior to dental treatment. This varies, depending on your condition and your doctor's recommendation. Most of the time dental patients do not go off their blood thinner for routine dental care unless there will be a lot of bleeding like with an extraction. However, it is always best to ask your doctor first.
Can a dentist sand down your teeth?
To a certain extent, yes. My orthodontist grinded down the notches in my teeth and now they're gone.
What is the salary for a doctor of dental surgery?
General Dentist$84,149 - $150,447
Dentist$99,184 - $147,206
Oral Surgeon$100,000 - $250,000
Orthodontist$137,500 - $320,000
Prosthetic Dentistn/aNot enough data
Endodontistn/aNot enough data
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What is the cost of veneers and are they considered cosmetic dentistry?
"Veneers are considered cosmetic dentistry and the cost varies by the material used. More affordable composite resin will be approx. $900 per tooth with longer lasting porcelain veneer costing up to $2,500 per tooth."
Answer Yes it is, In general, porcelain veneers in the United States cost between $1,000 and $2,500 per tooth, although such veneers may last over a decade. Composite veneers may cost between $250 and $1,500 per tooth, and generally last up to seven years.
How do you know when you need to go to the dentist?
When your teeth hurt and or you did not brush your teeth in a long time so if thease things happen to you, you should go to the dentist
You can eat solid foods just a few days after wisdom teeth extraction. 6 days is enough time for the initial healing process. Food might get stuck in the holes where your wisdom teeth were, but you can rinse with water and salt to help clean them.
Oral cancers look more like ulcers, or even white plaques. It is less usual for an oral cancer to be on the gums and to have a purple colour. See the Related Links for "Oral Cancers" to the bottom for the answer.
How much Vicodin does a dentist prescribe for tooth extractions?
Usually enough for a few days, if you have pain past that point they will usually call in a refill.
i suggest you just stop using whiteners for your teeth,and just let them get somewhaT back to normal.I have used the crest whitening strips before and they made my teeth extremely sinsistive.
Is it safe to remove teeth with pliers?
If you are having that much trouble with getting a tooth out then go to the dentist. Dentists use sterile medical pliers but regular pliers would be unsafe.
Good answer from some lucky or affluent person who has a medical plan. Has it ever occured to you that there are millions of people, even in America or Canada who cannot AFFORD to go to a dentist ?