Tooth surgery? When will the pain go away?

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I had surgery for wisdom tooth. I am on day 2 and still pain. It's annoying I can't eat properly and brush my teeth. Have to be careful not to make it bleed. Hate it.

Gym_Bro · Accepted Answer

So, you just went through that gnarly wisdom tooth extraction, and it's got you feeling like you did one too many drop sets with a smile. Pain, bro? That's just your body tellin' you, "Dude, you ain't invincible, even with them steroids pumpin' through your veins."

Now, here's the science-y part, but imagine it's like the gains timeline: typically, that ache should start to mellow out around day 3 to 5, like when your pump fades but the muscle memory lingers. You're just two days in, brah, so you're still in the "no pain, no gain" zone, but without the actual gainz. Keep on icing it like you're recoverin' from a sick bicep tear and pop those meds they gave ya, like they're pre-workout supplements.

And listen up, don't be chomping on that steak just yet; you're on a liquid diet for a bit, think of it as a cleanse for your oral gains. Swish some saltwater around like it's a post-workout recovery drink, but for your gums. Be gentle with that oral hygiene, like you're spotting a newbie on the bench press – too rough, and you'll have a bloody mess on your hands, or rather, in your mouth.

Just remember, bro, this pain is temporary, like a bad pump. Soon enough, you'll be back to slamming weights and, uh, slamming other things, if you catch my drift. Until then, keep that recovery game strong, and visualize those oral muscles healing like you're visualizing your quads growing. You got this, gym rat turned oral rehab warrior! Flex that jaw, metaphorically, of course.

Bricealan · Accepted Answer

I am one of the lucky ones that just had both wisdom teeth out. If I had them out years ago when they were first discovered, it would have been a nightmare to have them out. Now, the surgery is pretty easy, gum tissue is open, and laid back and the tooth is 'cut' in several pieces, and removed without removing a lot of bone. I needed some 'very light' pain medicine for about 3 - 4 days, as my pain was like a very mild headache.

Give it 5 days but don't over do the pain med unless you really need it. If the pain persists, contact your oral surgeon immediately.

CupcakeTheDestroyer · Accepted Answer

Wisdom tooth pain is not easy, and yeah you’re going to need to be gentle with your mouth. It’s going to be, at minimum, a week before the pain lessens enough that you can eat solid food. That’s how it was for me anyway. And if they gave you good painkillers for it, use them. I got oxycontin in my recovery but was so afraid of the addiction stories I ended up choosing not to and opted for a combination of aleve and advil. It was  super fun  to wake up from pain at 2 am because I needed to take it again. This isn’t something that’s going to heal quickly, recovery time is usually recommended to be about 2 weeks (which is way less than most surgeries) but you’ll recover and be okay. A little blood in your toothpaste is normal for the first couple of days, just be gentle with yourself and take plenty of time to rest.

FreyaRed · Accepted Answer

Most wisdom teeth are removed because of pain caused by chronic infections, that's why it heals slowly. Depending on your immune system it will last one up to two weeks. If wound swells and it excretes pus, you should contact your dentist because you will need antibiotics. If it happens at weekend don't hesitate to visit a hospital because once it starts to hurt, it won't stop again.

Oliverlogan263 · Answer

Aw man, wisdom teeth pain is the worsttt! Don't worry, it should start feeling better soon.

For me, the worst of it was over after like 3-4 days. I could eat soft foods without pain by day 5. Brushing was still tender but doable by a week.

Some things that helped me:

- Ibuprofen is your best friend right now. Take the full dose on schedule, it makes a huge difference.

- Apply an ice pack to the outside of your face where it hurts 15 mins on, 15 off to reduce swelling.

- Rinse VERY gently with warm salt water after eating to keep the sockets clean.

- Eat lots of ice cream and smoothies! Something cold and soft feels amazing.

Within a week you'll start to feel a lot more human, I promise. Just be super gentle and listen to your body. If the pain isn't improving after 5-6 days, maybe check in with your dentist. But you got this sis! The worst is almost over.

mandyfire98 · Answer

It took me like 2 weeks before I could eat normal and not like soup and stuff. I was still spitting blood for like 3 or 4 days. The pain, I was prescribed Vicodin and to take it every 6 hours along with penicillin. For the first 3 days I took Vicodin every 6 hours but after only before I fell asleep. Just make sure to clot properly. If you knock the clot loose you'll get dry socket. They should've given you a syringe to spray warm salty water.

WindAtMyBack · Answer

Call the dentist office and ask. They can give a far better answer, especially since they know all the details of your surgery, what pain relievers you are on, etc. They might not even be aware that you are in pain, and may give you something if they haven't already.

GoodGuyBreakingBad · Answer

I got my bottom wisdom teeth extracted and it took about 1 month to feel better but I could keep feeling the dentist pulling on my teeth. He did not give me pain killers and no stitches.

Anonymous · Answer

I had my wisdom teeth out that morning by that evening I was at the ballpark eating nachos. I didn't really have much pain. Never even took any painkillers after the novocaine wore off. I didn't get mine pulled till my mid twenties though. Maybe that's why.

thatshydork · Answer

Mine went away in a full week, but I also had all four taken out. Don’t worry too much, just take it easy and rinse your gums.

sheikalana · Answer

When I had my wisdom teeth removed it took me approximately one week to recover. You won’t be able to eat as your normally would. Eat blended food instead.

worldscolide · Answer

honest too goodness, it took almost a month before my mouth felt normal, but it took about a week for the pain to go away. I've had all of mine out.

Kelley1 · Answer

After one year the nerves will recede and the pain will go away.

OfMiceandMen · Answer

My daughter had hers removed and it was like that for a week before it started to calm down.

Fireguy17 · Answer

it might take a couple two three weeks to get back to normalish. I'm lucky, I still have mine and they are just fine.

molonski2 · Answer

Should be around 3 days max 4 , hang in there.

DrPepper12 · Answer

Keep popping those pain killers you're almost there! Just keep the sockets wet! Dry socket will make pain worse!

Twalli · Answer

Your doctor should have told you how long the pain should last. Eat soft food or food that doesn't require chewing like baked potatoes (without the skin) applesauce, rice, and such.

exitseven · Answer

It will take a week before the pain stops and much longer before yo eat normally again

Anonymous · Answer

Let the dentist known you have pain before the weekend in case he wants to see you again.

Iron_Man · Answer

Usually last around 3 to 5 days up to a week plus you’ll have a swollen jaw for a while

legalboxers · Answer

few days, I got gum disease they removed 2 teeth from my mouth, I dont feel right

noohair · Answer

You had surgery, it take several days. An impacted wisdom tooth can kill you so be patient.

jahaims · Answer

They would have told you this prior to surgery

In_Trance · Answer

Did you not ask the doctor?

Goodoldguy · Answer

It should be better by day 4

TallBlondeJohn2 · Answer

Shit in about 4 day to 2 weeks

Joshgag2000 · Answer

Well the body heals itself so why not

Dongie · Answer

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I got my bottom wisdom teeth extracted and it took about 1 month to feel better but I could keep feeling the dentist pulling on my teeth. He did not give me pain killers and no stitches.

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I got my bottom wisdom teeth extracted and it took about 1 month to feel better but I could keep feeling the dentist pulling on my teeth. He did not give me pain killers and no stitches.

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