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samantha1982 · Jun 18, 2009, 04:36 PM

Hi I had 2 wisdom teeth removed today (10am) 1 of them was impacted and I have a sticth there now! I was wanting to know if it was normal for it to still be bleeding? Its very very painful and swollen I have taken 2 codine and that seems to of help the pain and also there is a funny taste and odour in my mouth is this natural?
I've been sucking through a straw since 12 they didn't say I wasn't alllowed but I've looked on here and it seems I shouldn't of been!
I want to know if the bleeding is normal? And also do you think it sounds like I've got dry mouth?
PLEASE HELP xx

Amir1981 · Jun 18, 2009, 04:42 PM

One day is not enough time to tell if you have an infection or dry socket... do NOT smoke or drink through a straw. Start salt water rinses tomorrow... bleeding is normal, bite down (pressure on the extraction site) on some gauze or a moist teabag to stop bleeding... if it won't stop by tomorrow then you can go back to the dentist... bottom line is, if you have any concerns go back 48 hours after the extraction to the dentist. Pain and slight bleeding is normal now though

Amir1981 · Jun 18, 2009, 04:42 PM

Remember that a little blood looks like A LOT when it is mixed with spit

Wondergirl · Jun 18, 2009, 04:47 PM

Didn't the dentist give you a printed sheet full of after-surgery instructions? If so, please read it and follow his directions.

Instead of "dry mouth," I think you mean "dry socket." I'm guessing not, but knock off the straw use. The funny taste is probably oozing blood (coppery taste?) and the smell is left from the impacted tooth.

I suspect the instructions will tell you to apply ice packs to your face over the site(s) where the teeth were pulled. Your face will probably bruise and be swollen for a week or so.

If the pain continues more than a couple of days, call the dentist.

samantha1982 · Jun 18, 2009, 04:51 PM

Thank you for your replys you have put me at a little ease.
Yes I did mean dry socket and no they didn't tell me to put ice on it or not drink through a straw and u would have thought they would have since it was done at hospital!
Thanks again x

justcurious55 · Jun 18, 2009, 05:29 PM

Also, stay away from broccoli, strawberries, and other foods with little seed or seed like things to them. They can get caught in the stitches and increase the chance of infection.