Hi there, I had all 4 impacted wisdom teeth removed 12 days ago and although the left side seems to be recovering well, there is a lingering numbness on the bottom lip, chin , gum and teeth on the right side, presumably caused by damage to the inferior anveolar nerve of the mandibular? I understand that in some cases nerve damage can take several months to heal, or it may in fact be permanent damage. At this stage is there anything to do to lessen the possibility of longer term damage, and how to tell whether or not it is permanent damage? Thanks
Thnak U for the Query, well there is nerve related issue in your case. U need to differentiate between Numbness and tingling sensations etc...well 12 days is quite some time for the healing and I am sure THT your surgical sound must have healed to a great extent. U need to take medication for that. And its right what information U have, that it can take several months to come out of this numbness. Approach your maxillofacial Surgeon and start on some medication. U may proceed with You’re other daily routine as usual. Regards,