post wisdom tooth extraction problems

[donnyboy_77]

Hi,
Im new to this site and i have already found it helpful however i am still nervous about my situation.
I had my lower right wisdom tooth removed 4 days ago. It was impacted and laying sideways although the tip had poked thru the gum line. The surgery went well i think. i was even able to eat a bit that night. i was prescribed penicillin and have been taking it. theres a reasonable ammount of pain during the day but advil takes care of most of that. At night however after a few hours sleep i wake up in a lot of pain! throbbing like pain! I also have an awful taste in my mouth. Iv tried rinsing with salt water as suggested by many. I was told that it could be dry socket. And since its a weekend i could put a gauze with some destine in the socket. but the socket is sewn up whole so i can't possibly get anything into it. theres also a small lump sitting alongside the tooth in front right where the incision started. doesn't seem to hurt though. could all be ok and this night pain be a result of grinding teeth or clenching my jaw? i don't mind pain but i hate not getting enough sleep. please help me!!!

[Darlene]

donnyboy,

It is great to have you come and be with us. You will fine a great number of dear friends to listen when you are in need of ears. Please, just let us know how we can help you out. You will find out we are supportive and relaxing place.

Please keep us up to date on your condition. Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[azoyizes]

Welcome to NeuroTalk! We're so glad you found us.

I am so sorry that your are having so much pain! I hope it gets resolved soon.

[ginnie]

Welcome to Neuro talk. I do believe Bryanna will respond to you. From what you said, maybe it would be better if you went back to the doctor who removed your wisdom tooth. Also pain killers are sometimes used the first couple of days to ease the ache. Swelling in the gum line infront, may indicate an infection, as does a bad taste in your mouth. Be safe and give the doctor a call. I wish you all the best. ginnie

[razzle51]

Originally Posted by ginnie

Welcome to Neuro talk. I do believe Bryanna will respond to you. From what you said, maybe it would be better if you went back to the doctor who removed your wisdom tooth. Also pain killers are sometimes used the first couple of days to ease the ache. Swelling in the gum line infront, may indicate an infection, as does a bad taste in your mouth. Be safe and give the doctor a call. I wish you all the best. ginnie

yep need to see the dentist first thing Monday and when you are rinseing with salt water make sure its warm.....

[Rrae]

Welcome aboard!

Indeed check out the Dental forum! Here's the link:

http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/fo...sprune=-1&f=89

It's great to have you!

Caring,
Rae

[donnyboy_77]

well I've gone and seen the dentist again and he said everything looks and seems fine. the pain and bad taste in my mouth are normal….I guess for a 35 year old this healing could take 2 weeks before I'm pain free! i will just wait it out then. thanks for all the support!

[ginnie]

It is good that things are OK with your extraction site. Better to be safe than sorry. I am always extra careful with mouth and gums etc. Glad your pain is gone. ginnie