right side bite change after left- side extraction
 

Hi. New to this site. four days ago had last two upper teeth extracted, from my left, in order to be fitted with a more comfortable, flexible denture. Healing expected to take 3 to 4 weeks. Meantime, even tho am still on liquid diet, biting down without any dentures, is different on right side, like a bony tori has grown up or down on my upper or lower right jaw. Returned to dentist two days ago but he found nothing, said once dentures were on it would go back to normal. But I've sucked candy, etc., before all this without wearing my partial denture, and never felt this hard ridge, if that's what it is, jutting down on my lower gum. And it's all on the other side of the mouth! Can anyone explain why this is happening? Thanks.

Hi I'm just wondering why no one has replied to your post? Seems odd, hoping you are feeling better.

Welcome ekelks2. :Tip-Hat:

Brianna will be along to help.

Hi ekelks2,

It is best to go back to your dentist, explain your symptoms and show him the areas that you are talking about. Your situation needs to be seen clinically for a diagnosis.

Bryanna

Hi Pam,

Just in case you didn't know, I am the only dental professional on this site and I volunteer my time here. I do the best that I can to get back to everyone in a timely manner. Thanks for your concern and response to ekelks2.

Take care,
Bryanna