Implant removed 5 weeks ago, jaw/chin/lips still numb, should I see oral surgeon will they see me if I had surgery with dentist?

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3on6 implants full mouth, 20 extract & 13yrold implant removed. Specifically asked if need Oral Surgeon to remove implant, Said he could, Paid in full, scheduled surgery. Had issues removing implant w/size wrench needed, exterior hex(?) wrenched implant w/such force my head jerked. 5wks later jaw face chin lips still numb, pain, earache, back to office 4x & since has removed 2 implants (new) resting on nerve? He's not concerned said takes months to unnumb. Do I need Oral Surgeon 2nd opinion?

Michael L. Nishime, DDS · Answer

This doesn't sound right. Sounds like there has been trauma to the inferior alveolar and /or mental nerve. There is a window of time that, if needed, nerve repair surgery has the best prognosis which is usually within 6 months after the nerve is injured. I would recommend getting a second opinion immediately.

David Salomon, DDS · Answer

While most nerve injuries do recover on their own, it is important to establish care with an oral and maxillofacial surgeon who is experienced with trigeminal nerve injuries and repair. You should be seen soon, as timely evaluation and monitoring is critical in determining if recovery is appropriate, or if you may benefit from possible nerve repair surgery.

Richard Champagne, DMD, MAGD · Answer

It’s important to find out why you lost your dental implant. If you went for your regular check ups, then you should have had the implant checked on a regular basis and if you lost bone around your implants then your x-rays would have shown a gradual progression. At this point, it’s important to “map” the area of numbness.Every week draw a new “map“ and see if the area is getting larger, smaller, or staying the same. This will help determine the severity of the nerve damage and whether or not it is gradually healing.

Amber Garcia, DDS · Answer

You are more than welcome to seek a consultation with an oral surgeon. They should have no problem seeing you despite being treated by a general dentist.If there was any trauma to a nerve, it could take 6-9 months to fully heal. I've had patients with numbness on one side after surgery and it slowly started coming back several months later with full sensation by 6 months. But if you are at all concerned, definitely get a second opinion.

Implant removed 5 weeks ago, jaw/chin/lips still numb, should I see oral surgeon will they see me if I had surgery with dentist?

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