7 weeks and still in pain!!

[maghan]

I had all 4 Wisdom teeth removed almost 7 weeks ago and I am STILL in pain. Both bottoms and one top were bony removals. I ended up with 2 dry sockets even after following all of the rules reigiously, due to not clotting. My left side if still a radiating pain from my back molar to my 6th or 7th tooth in. (Im not sure the actual # the tooth would be) I've gone back to the oral surgeon 7 times now, had the dry sockets packed 6 of those and today, on my 7th visit I was told the pain could be permanent. The surgeon suggested trying anti depressants for the pain along with help from a pain management dr.!!!!! Is this normal? I am beside myself with the thought of this actually being permanent. And Anti Depressants ... really???  
Anyone that has any insight or can relate at all I would appreciate it VERY much.

[argenis24]

Had my  wisdom tooth extracted about 3
weeks ago then had foot surgery 1
week ago. The pain I had from  The extractions started to fade away but now I have the worst pain. I was wondering if maybe the foot surgery had something to do with it but I am not sure. I went to the emergency room but they just gave me antibiotics. I hope its nothing serious I am going to see the dentist on monday but I am nervous to find out what it is
Anyone have an idea ?

[Michael H Kirsch, DDS]

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[jammyshark]

I have the same problem, but so far only a mere 6 weeks. Nobody mentioned any permanent pain as one of the risks from wisdom tooth extraction when I signed the consent. I hope and trust that the pain will resolve.  I would be really interested to hear how you get on, currently none of the medics have any ideas about what can be done.

[Michael H Kirsch, DDS]

It is uncommon to have the intense pain for so long and may have a problem with bone healing.  You may also have a dysthesia from the nerve and would suggest you give your doctor every opportunity to make you feel better.  

A second opionion consultation from a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon is not unreasonable even if it is with the treating surgeons associate or partner.

I would be concerned about infection, osteomyelitis, and inflammation in the wound or around the sensory nerve.  A CT and/or bone scan may be indicated.

If you smoke...you definitely should stop immediately.

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