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I had a wisdom tooth & cyst removed 2 days ago (09/19/12)--left lower side. Outpt surgery under general anesthesia. The wisdom tooth was horizontal next to a cyst---the crown of the wisdom tooth was pushing against the tooth next to it. Not in to much pain, I'm taking clindamycin & oxycodone. Since the extraction, I have only taken 4 pain pills. Of course my face is still swollen, which is to be expected, but my tongue on the left side is still numb. My tongue still feels like is did the day of surgery. Which is scary--how long should I expect this? When will the sensation return to normal? Please reply, getting worried. Thank-you
fire-fly1
fire-fly1
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Thanks to all for the reply. Now that I know this is somewhat normal, I do feel just a little better. Now not in to much of a panic. Thanks
I have had all four of my wisdom teeth removed and my tongue remained numb for one month.
I am a Dental Nurse and know that wisdom tooth removal can cause temporary or permenant numbness of the tongue due to damage to the lingual nerve.
If you are concerned, I would recommend going back to see you Dentist.
I am a Dental Nurse and know that wisdom tooth removal can cause temporary or permenant numbness of the tongue due to damage to the lingual nerve.
If you are concerned, I would recommend going back to see you Dentist.
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Removal of wisdom tooth can cause lot of tissue oedema and inflammation to surrounding structures because of its location. Hence you may continue with the antibiotics and pain killers which will help. The return of sensation can sometimes take time and will return as soon as the inflammation and swelling decrease.
Hope this helps.