<p>Wow, that is wonderful. We did not have that experience. Son was miserable for 4 days. Coronax is right about the milkshake/straws. My son was told to stay away from straws.</p>
<p>Coronax -
Thanks for the warning about the straw. We were already aware of this precaution as part of the post-op instructions. Also, someone at work told me her friend used a straw and got a dry socket, and the pain was horrible.</p>
<p>Same thing coronac said - we were told no straws for the first 24 hours - if she sucks the clots out she may get dry sockets which apparently are very painful. Actually my d was told no dairy but I can’t remember why - nausea possibility with the meds maybe.</p>
<p>oops crossposted with momoftwo</p>
<p>Thanks, Northeastmom. I am very relieved. Perhaps she is doing so well because her teeth were not difficult to remove. I think getting them out was more of a precaution to prevent infections, etc. in the future, than an imminent necessity.</p>
<p>I got a dry socket after a wisdom tooth extraction when I was a teen, and the pain was really terrible. My son had three wisdom teeth extracted (two were impacted) a couple of years ago, and he didn’t have any problems either. He was eating soft foods by the next day.</p>
<p>My sons were also removed to prevent infections too. His doctor is wonderful, but 3 out of 4 were easily removed, and one was slightly more challenging. He was slightly more swollen and bruised on the more challenging side. I am glad that it worked out so well. I hope that she continues to mend quickly.</p>
<p>those are HUGE teeth to remove with long roots. It is best for general i think so that the surgeon can make sure he gets the entire tooth and root. If any is left behind taht is a problem. Both of mine did general and did fine. They were just sleepy after…and that is good thing. Good luck, lots of ice!!! and get some nausea meds to gowith the pain pills.</p>
<p>Just saw this thread, but I had my wisdom teeth out at 20, and also felt great–was up and about, and had milkshakes. Nobody warned me about straws or moving around so much. I ended up with a dry socket (3rd day), and I thought I’d die. I have never experienced anything so painful in my entire life. Started about 2 am and couldn’t do anything until the next morning. Unbelievable pain. I’d advise her to take it easy, no matter how well she feels–and agree about the straws.</p>
<p>My son had two impacted out at Christmas time and had a local. He was in pain for a part of the “holiday.”</p>
<p>Good news about your daughter! I’m happy to hear she’s doing so well. I don’t want to be a wet blanket, but it’s probably wise to keep an eye on her tomorrow. It sounds like she’s been pretty active, and sometimes day 2 or day 3 are more difficult. I hope not, but just wanted to warn you.</p>
<p>i was under with anestesia and my mom pranked me when I woke up! I was 17 and a senior in high school and she made me get them out over thanksgiving break so i wouldn’t miss any days. i had just woke up, and i asked her if it was time to go yet, and she told me i had to count to 100 first. i slurred and struggled all the way till 10 till she told me that it was a joke and to stop talking, haha.</p>
<p>Oldest son had his 4 taken out last Thursday and younger son is having his 4 out this Thursday. Oral surgeon used IV sedation, 2 were already erupted and 2 were impacted. He used the pain meds and was fine afterwards. Some bleeding but it stopped after 2nd day. One was really impacted and that side of his jaw was very swollen and bruised.</p>
<p>Had jello, pudding and mashed potatoes and mac and cheese (Bob Evans has some already pre-made in the refrigerated section) on hand so he didn’t STARVE. (his words)</p>
<p>I did bring a second person so I could run in and pick up the Rx the Dr.s office had already called in. Took just minutes. Both son’s are big guys (football players) so I was/would be useless if they had been really loopy. </p>
<p>Hopefully little brother will do as well tommorrow.</p>
<p>Kat</p>
<p>i only had two and the two i had werent even a problem, so it wasn’t too bad at all. i ate pizza two or three days later.</p>
<p>Good luck with your youngest, Katwkittens.</p>
<p>My daughter doesn’t realize how easy she got off. She is complaining that her cheeks are a little pufffy and she can’t open her mouth all the way. Everyone I know is amazed that she didn’t need to rest yesterday and was able to go out and do things, after having three wisdom teeth removed in the late morning!</p>
<p>My DS (21) just had 4 of them removed yesterday with IV sedation. His first comment was “Can I have a milkshake?”…Went to McDonalds and I swear he inhaled it (he still had the chocolate milkshake mustache last night). He applied ice all evening and by this morning he was off to work.
As far as the pain meds - I went through the drive thru at the local CVS, this way I wouldn’t have to leave him in the car while he was still loopy. We picked up the milkshake while waiting for the RX to be filled.
Once we were home, I gave him 2 icepacks with velcro on them (were for DH knees) and next thing I know, he has them wrapped around his head with the velcro securely fastened and you could only see about an inch of his face. We had to take a picture - he’s said it’s for Facebook. Obviously, he’s feeling fine.</p>
<p>Laxmom, </p>
<p>That is so funny about taking a picture of your son with the velcro icepacks. My daughter put on her winter gloves to hold the icepacks to her face. She said they were sooooo cold to hold. She looked so funny and pathetic with the gloves and the blankets and the ice packs that I was tempted to take a picture of her, but I missed my chance. I am glad your son is doing so well. We are in Pennsylvania, too! Maybe the oral surgeons in our state really know what they are doing :)</p>
<p>When S2 had his out before he left for college he (we) wrapped an ace bandage around his head to hold the ice packs in place. And yes, we have pictures. Not a pretty sight!</p>
<p>I recommend bags of frozen peas, rather than ice packs. More comfortable.</p>
<p>We had the most wonderful oral surgeon for my D’s wisdom teeth extractions. It’s the best dr.'s office I’ve ever dealth with. He talks to the parent so kindly and gives you his home phone number for any problems. They gave us a little care bag with extra gauze, Tylenol, apple sauce, instant soup, etc. They gave us the prescription for the pain meds ahead of time. </p>
<p>My D did not have much trouble, aside from acting quite “loopy” on the way home. She rolled down the car window and stuck her bare feet out while we were driving! She went over to a friend’s house the next night and stayed overnight there and did fine.</p>
<p>I had a terrible time with my wisdom teeth at age 19. I was in bed for a week and still feeling bad for another week after returning to work. I couldn’t eat anything solid for two weeks. Such variety in how people react to this surgery!</p>