Is it normal to have ear pain more than a week after a tooth extraction done through minor surgery? The discomfort hasn't gone away and I'm a bit worried about it

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While ear pain after a tooth extraction is common, especially in the lower jaw, it typically resolves within a week as the extraction site heals. If your ear pain persists beyond a week and hasn't improved or even worsened, it's a sign to consult your dentist or oral surgeon

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ano po ba ang dapat gawin kapag nagka-lock jaw kailangan po ba ng surgery kasi na-disalign na yung lower jaw ko

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my jaw has been swollen for the past 4 months and it keeps getting worse day by day is surgery the only option or are there other treatments that could help

Swollen jaw pain is often treatable without surgery. If the swelling is caused by a dental problem (like an abscess or periodontal disease), antibiotics or dental procedures (root canal, extraction, etc.) might be needed. If it's due to TMJ (temporomandibular joint) issues, treatments like physical therapy, medication, or a night guard can help. If the swelling is caused by a tumor or cancer, surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy might be necessary. It's crucial to see a doctor or dentist to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment.

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I've been dealing with constant jaw and neck pain for about a year now, and I recently saw an oral surgeon who suggested I get an MRI of my TMJ. I'm a bit worried thoughis it okay to go ahead with the MRI during my menstrual period, or should I wait until it's over?

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Is it normal to have ear pain more than a week after a tooth extraction done through minor surgery? The discomfort hasn't gone away and I'm a bit worried about it

While ear pain after a tooth extraction is common, especially in the lower jaw, it typically resolves within a week as the extraction site heals. If your ear pain persists beyond a week and hasn't improved or even worsened, it's a sign to consult your dentist or oral surgeon

More Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Health Queries

ano po ba ang dapat gawin kapag nagka-lock jaw kailangan po ba ng surgery kasi na-disalign na yung lower jaw ko

my jaw has been swollen for the past 4 months and it keeps getting worse day by day is surgery the only option or are there other treatments that could help

I've been dealing with constant jaw and neck pain for about a year now, and I recently saw an oral surgeon who suggested I get an MRI of my TMJ. I'm a bit worried thoughis it okay to go ahead with the MRI during my menstrual period, or should I wait until it's over?

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