I had a bottom molar extracted 3 days ago and the gum seems to be healing normally, however I do now have shooting pain in my cheek,jaw and ear. My jaw does feel as if its bruised could it be from that? I've never had a tooth extracted before so I don't know what's normal or not
Shooting pain 3 days after tooth extraction
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The most common complication with the extraction of a bottom molar, is a dry socket. This usually happens 3-5 days after an extraction and is accompanied with severe pain, and a bad taste or smell in the area. If you don't have this, it is most likely normal surgical pain and will gradually get better.
The most common complication with the extraction of a bottom molar, is a dry socket. This usually happens 3-5 days after an extraction and is accompanied with severe pain, and a bad taste or smell in the area. If you don't have this, it is most likely normal surgical pain and will gradually get better.