Swati Deshmukh Swati Deshmukh Asked 8 months ago

How long does teeth extraction pain last?

I had a tooth extracted yesterday, and my jaw is still quite sore and painful. I'm taking painkillers, but it's not completely gone. How many days does the pain from a tooth extraction typically last?

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Priya Patil Priya Patil Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Ho na, teeth extraction ka pain usually 3-4 din tak rehta hai, thoda bohot. First day is the worst, then it slowly gets better. Take the pain meds your dentist gives, it really helps, yaar. Aur garam cheezein mat khana initial days.

Vikram Desai Vikram Desai Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

Expect significant pain for about 2-3 days after tooth extraction, then it should gradually subside over the next week. Plan for a day or two off work if possible, especially if it's a wisdom tooth. Stick to soft foods to avoid complications and ensure faster healing. Time management for recovery is crucial.

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Rohit Kumar Rohit Kumar Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

After a tooth extraction, the acute pain usually subsides within 2-3 days, but tenderness might last up to a week. Stick to soft foods for a few days – think protein shakes or soft lentil soup. Avoid anything crunchy or that requires heavy chewing to let the socket heal properly. No intense workouts for 2-3 days either.

Aman Sharma Aman Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Ugh, teeth extraction pain is the absolute worst for a foodie! 😂 The sharp pain usually chills out after 2-3 days, but tenderness can hang around for about a week. You'll be craving all your favorite crunchy snacks, but gotta stick to soups and soft stuff. Totally worth it for a healthy mouth though!

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Arjun Singh Arjun Singh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Post-extraction pain usually peaks in the first 24 hours and then steadily decreases, mostly gone by day 3-5. Make sure to follow post-op instructions carefully. You can use a pain tracker app to monitor your discomfort and ensure it's decreasing. If it worsens, that's a red flag to call your dentist.

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