Maggok Station Dental Clinic_6. Pain After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Is It Normal? Duration of Pain and How to Manage It

Hello, this is Di Dental Clinic at Magok Station.

The June sunlight has become noticeably warmer.

But along with the welcome sunshine, news of a “resurgence of COVID-19”

has also quietly begun to surface, so these days we once again find ourselves paying closer attention to ventilation and hygiene.

Please don’t forget that your health starts with oral hygiene.

Now, Magok Station Di Dental Clinic is ready once again to help support your healthy smile.

In the last post, we explained [precautions after wisdom tooth extraction].

If you haven’t seen it yet, we recommend reviewing that first through the link below.

Now, let’s take it one step further today.

“How much can it hurt after extraction?”

“Is this normal, or should I go back to the clinic?”

We’ll clearly answer the exact questions you’ve been wondering about!

Please focus for just a moment. This post will only take about 3 minutes.

Let’s get started.

Is wisdom tooth pain always severe?

Magok Station Dental Clinic_Wisdom tooth pain after extraction

Pain after wisdom tooth extraction varies from person to person.

Some people think, “This is manageable,” and move on,

while others lose sleep thinking, “Why does it hurt this much?”

What makes the difference is

the position of the wisdom tooth, how deeply it was buried in the gum,

how much bone had to be touched, and individual factors such as inflammatory response and immunity.

In other words, the pain level differs between a simply extracted wisdom tooth and an impacted wisdom tooth,

and even with the same impacted wisdom tooth, the recovery process may vary depending on the angle at which it lies or the shape of the roots.

Pain after wisdom tooth extraction progresses like this

Day 1: Once the anesthesia wears off, the real thing begins

Maggok-dong Dental Clinic_Wisdom tooth extraction

The day you return after having your wisdom tooth removed.

At first, you may think, “Huh? It doesn’t hurt at all.”

But that’s an illusion. It’s thanks to the anesthesia.

When 3 to 4 hours pass and the anesthesia gradually begins to wear off, a heavy pain starts to set in.

At this point, it is best to take the pain medication prescribed by the clinic in advance.

That’s because taking it before the pain starts is more effective for relieving pain than taking it after you already start hurting.

Days 2–3: The period when pain is at its worst

Maggok Station Dental Clinic_The period when pain worsens after extraction

Usually, the second day after wisdom tooth extraction is the most painful.

That is because the wound area is beginning to heal in earnest, triggering an inflammatory response.

Your jaw may feel stiff, chewing may be difficult,

there may be slight swelling, and opening your mouth may feel uncomfortable.

This is a normal part of the healing process, and for most people the pain gradually decreases after this period.

Days 4–7: The period when pain eases

Maggok Station Dental Clinic_Gum healing

As you get close to one week, the pain decreases,

and you may instead feel a mild tingling sensation or itching.

This is a natural healing response as the gums close.

However, if food gets stuck in the extraction site or if oral hygiene is not maintained properly,

a secondary inflammation can occur in the healing area, so oral hygiene during this period is very important.

If wisdom tooth pain is like this, come back to the dental clinic.

Maggok Station Dental Clinic_Wisdom tooth checkup

Most pain gradually subsides within 3 to 5 days,

but if any of the following occur, you should visit the dental clinic immediately.

1. Pain at the extraction site becomes progressively worse

2, Pain does not ease even after taking painkillers

3. Severe pain suddenly starts after more than 4 days have passed

4. Pus comes out of the extraction site or you notice a strong bad smell from the mouth

5. Fever, facial swelling, difficulty swallowing, or similar symptoms are accompanied

This is because it may indicate the possibility of dry socket or secondary infection.

Here’s how to manage pain after wisdom tooth extraction

Maggok Station Dental Clinic_Post-extraction care

After having a wisdom tooth removed, many people are surprised that the pain lasts longer than expected.

At times like this, “just enduring it” is not the right approach.

Pain medication should be taken regularly at the prescribed times to be effective.

For meals, choose soft foods that are not irritating,

and a lukewarm temperature that is neither too hot nor too cold is best.

Brushing and rinsing are also important, but be gentle and careful around the extraction site.

For the first two days, use cold compresses to reduce swelling,

and afterward, if needed, switching to warm compresses can help recovery.

Summary of pain after wisdom tooth extraction

1. In most cases, wisdom tooth pain is worst on days 2 to 3, then gradually decreases.

2. Taking painkillers in advance is more effective.

3. During recovery, itching and discomfort may occur, but these are natural.

4. If the pain gets worse instead, or if pus, fever, or bad odor are present, visit the clinic immediately.

5. During the recovery period, paying attention to meals, hygiene, and medication significantly affects the speed of healing.

This time, we looked together at pain after wisdom tooth extraction.

Next time, we’ll cover another important topic after extraction:

dry socket.

If you are dealing with wisdom tooth concerns, please receive a detailed diagnosis and consultation at Di Dental Clinic at Magok Station.

We will always do our best to provide comfortable treatment for you.

This has been Di Dental Clinic in Magok, signing off^^

[ This post was written in accordance with the Medical Service Act for the purpose of providing accurate information about dental surgeries and procedures. Infection and side effects may occur after surgery, so you should decide on surgery (or procedure) only after sufficient consultation with skilled medical professionals. ]

[Magok Station Di Dental Clinic Wisdom Tooth Series]

1. Wisdom tooth position and eruption timing

2. Problems that occur if wisdom teeth are left untreated

3. Types of wisdom teeth

4. Wisdom tooth extraction process

5. Care after wisdom tooth extraction

6. Pain after wisdom tooth extraction

7. Dry socket after wisdom tooth extraction

8. Bleeding control after wisdom tooth extraction

9. Eating after wisdom tooth extraction

10. Wisdom tooth extraction cost