Is it strange not developing a hole after wisdom teeth extraction?

Question

my wisdom teeth had already erupted when they extraced them, so they didn't have to rip open the gum that much.

Answer 1

The answer to this question is dependent on 2 things:
(1). Was the tooth impacted when extracted?
(2). Or had the tooth erupted already?

If the tooth was impacted, it is likely that a hole in the bone existed, but it has already healed or is being filled with something (such as food).

If the tooth had already erupted when it was extracted, it is likely that the holes would be too tiny for you to feel with your tongue and they are healing beneath gum tissue.

Either way, if you are concerned, I would recommend that you follow up with the dentist who removed them. If it was a specialist, the follow-up visit was probably included in the extraction fee.

Answer 2

There WILL be a hole where the teeth were removed from your jaw and where the tooth was located in your gums (and the incision made - if any).

BUT.. the gum will heal over and the jaw will slowly seal so eventually there will be no hole.


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Answer 3

That means you had very little destruction to the bone. That is very good. You had an initial hole it just healed very quickly and very well. Congrats!