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Should I avoid hot foods after oral surgery?

I need to have oral surgery in a few days, and I am trying to buy foods that I can eat while my mouth heals. Are hot foods permitted after oral surgery? Or should I avoid them?...
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Why are my gums still swollen from having my teeth pulled?

I had my 4 wisdom teeth pulled 1 month ago, and my gums are still swollen. Why are my gums still swollen from having my teeth pulled? Should I go back to my oral surgeon?
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Does articaine have any side effects?

During my extraction, my dentist used articaine to numb my mouth. But now, a day after the surgery, my tongue feels like it's in pain. Could this be from the articaine?
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Can I eat before my wisdom tooth removal?

I am having wisdom tooth pulled tomorrow. Is it okay to eat before the extraction?
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Do wisdom tooth abscesses take a long time to heal?

I got an abscess after getting my wisdom teeth extraction. How long will it take to heal and go away?
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How long does it take to recover from wisdom teeth removal?

I'm 25 years old, and I plan on having two teeth removed in the next couple of days. How long does it take to recover from wisdom teeth removal?
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Do they use jaw surgery to fix a broken jaw?

My friend is 28 year old, and he broke his jaw and is in the hospital. I'm not sure of the exact details. But how will they fix it? Do they use jaw surgery to fix a broken jaw?...
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What can an oral surgeon do about teeth grinding?

I have issues with teeth grinding, and I do it throughout the entire night. I don't really want to use a night guard every night. Is there any type of oral surgery that can prevent...
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Can I say no to saying antibiotics after tooth extraction?

I'm 28 years old, and I have to get my back molar removed next week. I don't like taking antibiotics, since I have better experience with healing naturally. Would it be okay...
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How to fix my wisdom tooth problems?

I have impacted wisdom teeth and they are starting to hurt. Do I need to have them removed?
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Will I need antibiotics for a tooth extraction?

I am a 20 year old student, and I need to have my tooth removed tomorrow. Will I need antibiotics for a tooth extraction?
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Can I drive after having a wisdom tooth pulled?

I'm going to have my second wisdom tooth pulled, and I'm aware that anesthesia is going to be used. Can I drive after having a wisdom tooth pulled?
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Can I have my wisdom teeth removed without having an oral surgery consultation?

I'm 25, and I have to have two of my wisdom teeth removed as soon as possible. Is it possible to get this done without have an oral surgery consultation?
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Can I have surgery to fix TMJ?

I am 31 years old, and have a TMJ problem. Can I have surgery to fix TMJ? Is it effective?
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How painful is a tooth extraction?

My son is 10 years old, and he needs to have remove one of his front teeth. Are tooth extractions painful for children?
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Do doctors put patients to sleep for oral surgeries?

I am scared of anesthesia, but I need oral surgery soon. Do doctors put patients to sleep for oral surgeries?
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How painful is a tooth extraction?

I need to remove one tooth. Would this be really painful?
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How should I prepare for a tooth extraction?

I need to have a tooth extraction tomorrow. Is there anything that I should avoid? How should I prepare for a tooth extraction?
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How to recover after wisdom teeth removal?

I'm 34 years old, and I have a surgery scheduled for next week to remove my wisdom teeth. How soon after the surgery will I be able to eat regularly?
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Is maxillofacial surgery used to treat jaw diseases?

I want to know if maxillofacial surgery is used to treat jaw diseases? If not, what are the options? I was diagnosed with malocclusion and I'm very confused about how it's treated....
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