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Think I'd have less pain if I chopped my head off....

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lisa96149
lisa96149

On Thursday (30th April) I was scheduled to have my lower right molar removed due to it being cracked. Unfortunately my dentist was unable to fully remove the tooth as it broke off. He did try very hard to get the root out, but he found out that it is curved and it just wouldn't budge.

He has referred me to the dental hospital and said in the meantime it should settle and the gum would start to grow over it and not be a problem.

I go on holiday tomorrow and I'm worried that I will still be in a lot of pain. How long do referrals normaly take? I also have horrendous earache. This must be related?

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  • michael127
    michael127 lisa96149

    Posted

    Hi Lisa, Sad To Hear Only Some  Of The Molar Was Not Extracted..If You`re Going Abroad Take Your Tablets With Your Prescription Notes And Make Sure You Have Your Holiday Insurance Is Up To Date. Dental Referrals Can Be Anyone`s Guess, But Chase Them Up After Your Break . Happy Holiday.
    • lisa96149
      lisa96149 michael127

      Posted

      We're only going to Wales, and I was thinking it might have settled down more by now but it's so sore. I've had a tooth removed in the past and all was good after a couple of days.

      Guess this one was much trickier :-(

    • michael127
      michael127 lisa96149

      Posted

      Many Years Ago, Easy Pain Reliever Was To Have A Tot Of Whisky And Hold It On The Lower Jaw Till Numb,Repeat When Nec... Be Aware Of Local Pharmacy Opening Times.
  • Carole_1837
    Carole_1837 lisa96149

    Posted

    Hi Lisa, sorry to hear your trouble with your tooth. I waited for about 5 weeks but not knowing that I had a nasopalatine cyst I now have to wait again, the  operation which should be about another five weeks. You know what you need to have done so maybe you won't have to wait so long
  • Cindy52
    Cindy52 lisa96149

    Posted

    If you are still in a lot of pain ring the dentist and check if this is normal five days following. My guess would be that after all his rooting around (no pun intended) that this may take time to settle but it's best to check you haven't got any infection. Did he give you any antibiotics?

    If you ring you can also ask how long the referral will take.

    I hope it improves in time for your holiday.

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