Numbness in chin/lip after wisdom teeth removal?

Question

I got my Wisdom teeth out this morning, the surgery itself wasnt bad at all, and Im not yet feeling much pain, more of a general headache and minor general jaw discomfort.

The thing that is bothering me most in my lower lip has swelled, and is completely numb along with my chin. Is this normal? I called the dentist and they said it was possible, but it feels really weird and I can tell that it isn't right, I know my body and how it reacts to things.

Has that happened to any of you? How long does it last?

Thanks!

Answer 1

yes that is normal it can last for a long time depends on how much they used.  don't worry

Answer 2

I had the exact same thing happen to me. After I got home from the surgery I slept for about 8 hours, woke up, and my lips weren't numb anymore. After I went back to bed and woke up in the morning just the bottom tip of my chin remained numb, but it went away the later the day got. It certainly is weird to feel your skin with your hands but not actually feel it!