I had a molar extracted by an oral surgeon around 11 AM Wednesday. Dentist also did prep for future implant. It's 2 AM Friday and I just woke up with pain. I have been taking pain killers ever since the extraction. This is the first time an extraction has resulted in ongoing pain. Is this normal? I am concerned.
Pain - how long after extraction?
- Thread starter Eric2005
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One can expect some degree of pain after tooth extraction. It usually lasts for a week and the region still remains tender for few more days. The reason that you still had pain maybe because it must have developed a dry socket. Swelling peaks after the second day but starts decreasing thereafter. Persistent swelling suggests an infection. After extraction of the wisdom tooth or complicated extractions, slight bleeding may occur after three days. Continue warm saline rinsing and avoid smoking to prevent delayed healing.