I had my right upper back tooth pulled and he gave me several shots to numb me up. The wierd thing is it still feels a little numb. It has that tingling feeling like when it is just coming undone from the shots. In the corner of my mouth and in between my cheek and gum.
2006-09-24 16:45:02 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Dental
I had it pulled 5 days ago. If they damaged something what can I do?
2006-09-24 16:48:54 · update #1
It sounds like there was some nerve damage from the injection. This happens sometimes. The goal is to put the needle JUST by the side of the nerve, but it's not really possible to feel the difference between nerve tissue and anything else with a needle. This will heal and be just fine in better than 9 out of 10 cases. If you are numb after a few days, you should notify your dentist, because it is a good idea to get the problem documented and followed. If your dentist does not see suitable progress, you may need to be referred for further evaluation by a neurosurgeon or other specialist.
If you are getting those tingling feelings, it is probably going to be just fine in another week or less.
2006-09-24 17:28:03 · answer #1 · answered by Picture Taker 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is normal to still feel numbness after you've been given novicane for a tooth pull. Generally the novicane lasts up around six hours, depending on how many shots there were. But again, it should be okay, the numbness will go away overnight and if for some reason it doesn't, call the dentist place right away and hopefully they'll be able to help you out.
2006-09-24 16:52:30 · answer #2 · answered by Jeremy L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The pools of blood are blood clots. That is a good sign. Just make sure they stay there. If the clots dislodge, this is called dry socket. You'll know if you have dry socket. It is extremely painful. The bleeding has most likely stopped. The blood on the gauze is probably from the clot mixed with saliva. This will make the gauze look worse than it really is. If you really feel that the bleeding has not stopped...bite on a moist tea bag for about 20 min. tea has clotting properties. You should have been told not to eat or drink anything for the first 24 hrs. with extreme heat or cold. Don't rinse for the first 24 hrs. Also, don't suck on a straw this may cause the blood clot to dislodge. Don't brush for the first 24 hrs. If you smoke...don't! That may cause an infection or dry socket. It is possible to get an infection. Just use caution while eating. Avoid chewing directly at the extraction sites for a few days. Soft food may be your best bet! :) It is perfectly fine to go about your daily life....but, yes, stick to soft foods for a day or 2. Sleep as much as you would like! A well rested body heals faster! :) The anasethsia should wear off completely in the next few hrs. so....take some advil and tylenol. Advil is for inflammation and tylenol will help relieve the pain. Depending on your size and age....1 and 1 should be good for someone under 14. If you are older....take 2 and 2.
2016-03-16 00:10:58 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's been five days, go back to see you dentist for a consult. I had my wisdom tooth pulled and unfortunately a nerve was touched or compromised. I'm numb in my lower left chin and it's been several years. For some people, the feeling does come back but I don't think that will happen with me.
I've actually gotten used to it however I've got to remember to wipe my chin frequently while eating things like oatmeal because I can't feel it on my chin even though it's like some big glob sitting there. Good luck!
2006-09-24 16:57:22 · answer #4 · answered by Ron D 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When I had my tooth pulled the novacaine lasted about 9 hours all together. That's a hard tooth to pull and he may have had to use lots of novacaine. You might have some swelling or bruising, but I wouldn't worry about numbness until it's been over 24 hours.
2006-09-24 16:48:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because it was several days ago you should call the dentist. They warned me about that when I recently had two of my teeth extracted. Sometimes when they pull a tooth something happens with a nerve in there and it gets inflamed. This can cause numbness for days. Just give your dentist a call and have him check you out.
2006-09-24 16:57:17 · answer #6 · answered by matty.. 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No it isn't normal 2 feel like this 5 days later call your Denist ASAP.Good Luck
2006-09-24 16:53:15 · answer #7 · answered by sugarbdp1 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
it is unusual to have numbness or tingling sensation after extraction of an upper tooth. Consult with your Dr
2006-09-24 17:57:26 · answer #8 · answered by Stevie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was in dentistry for 16 yrs, and based on what I know he evidently hit a nerve while administering the injection, it may subside, but the time frame is very unpredictable. The dentist should be notified of your condition.
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2006-09-24 16:59:31 · answer #9 · answered by Lisa T 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you had it pulled 5 days ago and it is still numb i would go back and see the dentist. it shouldnt be numb that long good luck to you
2006-09-24 16:55:22 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋