Published Sep 2, 2005
DixieGirl_81
23 Posts
Hi there, Just a quick question regarding wisdom teeth extraction......
I had all 4 removed yesterday under general anesthesia. My nose is blocked since I am so swollen and cannot breathe whatsoever through it. Would I get a dry socket since I am breathing through my mouth? I've tried looking everywhere for info, but can't seem to find any. Dentists are closed right now and they will be closed for the weekend.Our ER is so busy, I do not want to bother them and besides, this is definately not an emergency lol Any help would be greatly appreaciated.
Thanks in advance!
z's playa
2,056 Posts
I was told a dry socket occurs when you suck on things like straws or cigarettes. The socket is currently full of clotted blood ....a plug if you will and the only way to get that out...is to disobey the rules and use a straw or smoke.
The clot will protect your socket from the air you inhale while normal breathing either by nose or mouth.
Z
Now before someone jumps on me for saying this....... ...no i'm not a dentist but I have 2 friends who are and they told me this little info.
Thank you so much for the quick replay. I'm just so worried that I will get a dry socket by mouth breathing. Thanks for some re-assurance.
Chantelle
nursealoha
2 Posts
I had my wisdom teeth out about a month ago and it is possible you have a sinus complication. The sinus could have been affected when they removed your wisdom teeth on the top. Unless you have allergies that are reacting to something?
Hope you feel better and make sure you keep it clean. I would call the doc in the morning to see what it may be.
Michelle
SmilingBluEyes
20,964 Posts
ANY questions about post-op wellbeing should be brought up to your oral surgeon/dentist ASAP. If you have severe, unremitting pain, lots of bleeding or signs of infection, you need to get over to that person and be seen ASAP.
Follow post-op instructions to a "t" to prevent complications like "dry socket" or abscesses/infections. report ANY symptoms that trouble you, no matter how "insignificant' they seem. The professional dr knows and expects there may be questions and is prepared to answer them.