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Medical Conditions - Tooth Extraction

Tooth extraction is the surgical removal of a tooth. A tooth is extracted if it is grossly decayed, infected, loose tooth, over-retained milk tooth, or crowding.

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Will removing premolars for braces change my facial profile?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have looked at your pictures and X-rays (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

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How can a hemophilia patient get their dental work done?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern.

How to regain face structure after a surgical extraction?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Jaw pain, swelling, difficulty in opening the mouth are commonly present for a few days after the surgical extraction of wisdom tooth.

What causes jaw pain and swelling after a tooth extraction?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and understand your concern. Pain after an extraction is quite normal for the next 3 to 5 days.

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What causes burning sensation in the chin after extraction?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The only way you will be satisfied is to do a panoramic X-ray or OPG (orthopantomography). Then you will see the X-ray with your eyes.

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Is extraction needed for shooting tooth pain in teeth?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just have gone through the photos (attachment removed to protect patient identity). For the front teeth, get a radiograph done.

Will taking pain medicines during pregnancy affect the baby in any way?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The fear of congenital anomalies in the baby lasts till the 14th week of gestation, that is, till the organs are formed.

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What causes foul-smelling yellow discharge after extraction?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You may have a dry socket condition on that side. It occurs due to loss of a blood clot in the early days after extraction.

How to manage dry socket pain?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. These are clear symptoms of an infected socket, which is a major postoperative complication.

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