I had my bottom left wisdom tooth out 2 days ago and ever since, I've had this stuff building up... I've heard it could be scar tissue but I'm scared it's infection. I have a busy week coming up and no time to be ill or particularly visit dentists! Thanks in advance x
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Hi and thank you for your question.
The areas that you are pointing at are anatomical landmarks know as tuberositites, it is very likely that if you are having pain in those areas, that your wisdom teeth may be the cause of that pain. Please visit an Oral & Maxillofacial surgeon for an...
As the body heals, the area will no longer need the stitches, and they will automatically dissolve/fall out. However, if you are experiencing extreme pain or really bad breath, it is time to see the dentist who placed the stitches.
You may have dry socket. It is common to get dry socket a few days after an extraction with excruciating pain. As your dentist or surgeon to evaluate the area for dry socket.