How long should I have pain after having a tooth pulled?

Question

I had a molar pulled on the top left of my mouth on Thursday. It is now Monday and I am still in pain. I have two stitches, but I really didn't think that I should still be hurting. Anyone else had this happen?

Answer 1

I have worked in a dental office for a long time. When you have a tooth pulled it could be sore for a week or so. If you are having a lot of pain then you should call the dentist. Remenber that everyone heals at a different rate. you should have another appointment soon to have the sutures removed.  

Answer 2

The first thing I need to know is... did you call your dentist?

Every person has a different threshold for pain. Some people can take a tremendous amount of pain and another person thinks that a splinter is excruciating!

If you are still have a tremendous amount of pain the area should be checked by the dentist that did the extraction. There is always the chance that you are having a complication that requires additional attention from your dentist.

Give your dentist a call immediately.

Good luck.