Hi Kris,
If the bone loss behind the second molar (in front of the extracted tooth) is minimal then that is normal considering the angle of the wisdom tooth. Keeping it clean by brushing and flossing thoroughly should be all that is needed to prevent any further issues there.
If the decay in this other tooth is too large to be removed without anesthetic, then I would not wait to have it done. It is always best to have the decay removed before it progresses. I think you will be fine with anesthetic without epinephrine and your ativan. I would not worry about this procedure causing any problems with your sinuses.
You will do fine.... don't put it off.... you can do this!
Check back with us tomorrow.... ok..
Bryanna
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Originally Posted by KrisPPP
Bryanna!
Ok....this is what has been going on. I went into the dentist two weeks ago, almost, and we actually talked during my appt. He did not do the filling. He checked the extraction site and said it looks good but that I have to make sure to keep the gum tissue behind the last molar (in front of extraction site) cleaner because there is bone loss there and he doesnt want an infection down the road.
As for the cavity, he said it is not small enough to do without novocaine but can wait until I am ready. The appointment is not for tomorrow at 8am and I am TERRIFIED! He is going to do it without epi and said Lorazapam is fine.
Question: I am STILL having pressure in my left facial area daily. My husband and ENT think it is sinus or ear issue. No one thinks, even the dentist, it is from the extractio site, but I am worried by doing the filling, the sinus area is going to get MORE irritated. What do you think? I am thinking of going in and discussing, again, with the dentist my fear. The ENT said I dont have a sinus infection. I just have this constant PRESSURE behind my left eye and sometimes my upper teeth feel pressure -- not alot but sometimes.
My fear is if I have a neuralgia of some sort and this shot and filling will make is worse!
Any advice!???
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