Acupuncture for Paresthesia

[Rosalistuck]

Hi everyone. Looks like I've joined the paresthesia club.  I had my lower wisdom teeth extracted about 1.5 weeks ago and I'm still suffering with the numbness and burning sensation in my lower lip, chin and lower teeth.  Every day I pray this will be over but I wake up to the continuous pain.  I have taken some advice on taking vitamin B12.  I would like to know what the suggested dosage would be.  Also, I was wondering if anyone ever tried acupuncture with any success.  I would appreciate any advice.
Thanks,
Rosie

[Rosalistuck]

Thanks for your suggestions.  I am getting some feeling back in my lower lip.  I feel this is a good sign.

[scottma]

Regimen for traumatic trigeminal nerve injury:
Nutritional supplements:
VitaminB1,B6,B12, folic acid,and omega3 fatty acid.you can take more than recommended dose.
Medications:
Amitriptyline/nortriptyline,gabapentin/pregabalin,minocycline, and dexamethathone.
Seeing a neurologist or Orofacial pain specialist who is familiar with management of nerve injury is advised.