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    bhayana123 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Nov 3, 2009, 09:14 AM
    Wisdom tooth extraction pain
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    The greatest tragedy occurred yesterday when my dentist declared that my lower last molar has to be removed, I'm in constant pain since then, both physical and psychological.
    I took another dentist opinion and he also said that it's a simple process and very general. I can't believe this happened to me, Now I'm on painkillers and my tooth removal is due in 2-3 days time, its going to be a great operation for me and I don't know how the dentist will perform. My office attendance coupled with my impending exams and now this, how do I cope. Tooth extraction is a trauma, :( we should always take care of our teeth is the lesson I learnt this time
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    Nov 3, 2009, 09:23 AM

    Hi, I'm sorry about your tooth.

    If this is truly a wisdom tooth then it may have been beyond your control in keeping it. In my case, mine were impacted, it was not a "simple" procedure, instead I was brought into a surgical suite and put under.

    I couldn't have done anything to keep them. It is a common procedure here, lots of people have wisdom teeth extracted.

    Please don't blame yourself. You did the right thing in getting a second opinion.

    Good luck and let us know how the procedure goes.
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    Nov 3, 2009, 09:23 AM

    This is a question/answer site. What is your question?

    If losing a molar is the greatest tragedy that's ever happened in your life you are fortunate, indeed.

    Why is this causing you such great psychological pain? It happens all the time for a variety of reasons in the US.
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    Nov 3, 2009, 02:28 PM
    You need to give a little more information. Why did the dentist say the tooth has to be removed? If 2 dentists have told you it's a simple extraction then don't fret. People have teeth removed all the time. Follow whatever post treatment instructions they give you and you'll be just fine.
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    Nov 3, 2009, 07:26 PM

    It really is no big deal, the worst part will be a tiny prick of the needle, then you'll be numb and won't feel a thing!
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    Nov 4, 2009, 10:01 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by Amir1981 View Post
    It really is no big deal, the worst part will be a tiny prick of the needle, then you'll be numb and wont feel a thing!

    I don't want to further frighten the OP but I have never found this to be true - there IS pain following an extraction.
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    Nov 4, 2009, 02:52 PM
    Everyone has different pain thresholds. It's best to be prepared. Take some Advil prior to the appointment and follow up with Tylenol 2 hours after.
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    Nov 4, 2009, 03:09 PM

    Hiya I have had 3 wisdom teeth removed - all in the dental surgery with the magic numbing injections - all you feel is pulling and yes a bit weird but you feel no pain as its all numb , the noise is worse that the pulling but I had no problems with 3 of mine coming out.

    2-3 Days after having them removed the area maybe a little sore but nothing major , a few painkillers will see threw it.

    Due to domestic violence I have had 8 other teeth removed in total and never had any problems. Don't worry it sounds worse than it is.
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    Nov 4, 2009, 08:18 PM

    Well the bottom line is that it is inevitable... tooth pain is one thing that will only get worse, not better if left alone

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