Any dentists or Oral Surgeons on here? I have a question?

Hi there,

Prolonged numbness after extractions can happen, although it is rare. The nerve which supplies feeling to the tongue/ soft tissues has been damaged by the sound of it.

Your dentist should have thoroughly explained this to you prior to doing the extraction and warned you of this, and asked if you were still happy to continue?? If he/she did not do this then you have a good chance of claiming against him/her for any costs you might incur. If they cannot prove they warned you (and if they did warn you it would be written on your records) then i would definately try this. You can request a copy of your own records from the dentist, then you will be able to see if they have written anything like 'warning of possible nerve damage given',its a legal requirement to inform youof risks before the procedure so if not then i would take it further!

Good luck.

Unfortunately, this can occur. Although it is not often, it is a risk. The nerve has been damaged. I would try acupuncture and look into herbal remedies or other alternative medicine and only do the surgery as a last option. I hope you find a solution to this terrible occurrence. I would suggest you talk it out with your dentist. Try not to show you're upset. Try to make him feel compassion for your cause and ask (not demand) maybe if he can help you pay for half of the costs.

~wishing you wellness soon~a former dental assistant.