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Help , i still feel numb after extracting my wisdom tooth ?
i feel numb in my lower lip and chin , it has been 6 days is it normal ??
2 Answers
- 7 years agoFavorite Answer
It's possible that the nerve (inferior dental nerve) was touched during the extraction procedure.. Considering that your dentist didn't mention it means it's probably minimal.. And will go away with time.. Vitamin B 12 supplements may help to make the symptoms go away faster..
- 7 years ago
It might have been possible that your lingual nerve was injured while extracting the wisdom tooth which causes paresthesia. Since nerve tissue regenerates very slowly, it often can take a long time. Are you feeling total numbness or having tingly feeling? If there is tingly feeling then it is a good sign that the damage may not be extensive and healing will occur more quickly. Check with your dentist to monitor the situation. Good luck.
