Dental extraction (molar)

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I had a molar extracted a week ago (following failed root canal treatment). I don't think I have dry socket in that I still have what is in effect a scab over the gap, but I'm still in pain from the procedure. My jaw is tender and the extraction site is throbbing. Does anyone know if this is normal and whether I just need to be more patient?

I had a molar removed 3 weeks ago. It was still painful at 2 weeks but has improved greatly since then. I hope you feel better soon

Ring the dentist and ask. It will depend on how difficult the extraction was.

At the time, the dentist said the extraction was "awkward but ok". The tooth came away in pieces. I have followed up, but was told not to panic until 2 weeks have gone. Sorry to hear about your molar @mistys7thwonder, although also reassuring to hear your timeframe.

Tooth extractions are necessary to remove non-restorable or infected teeth from the oral cavity. It is important to know about the periodontal ligament that experiences destruction from periodontal abscesses, as well as the supporting bone structure.

This is why a biological extraction is important. During the extraction procedure, our Doctors will remove all diseased tissues along with the non-restorable tooth.

The outstanding difference in a tooth extraction lies in the education of removing surrounding diseased tissues, if left in tact, it will only slow or inhibit total healing. Unresolved infections lead to chronic degenerative diseases throughout the body, depressing the immune system.

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