I got all four wisdom teeth removed 8 days ago. One was a difficult removal. (She had to cut it in haf etc) I didnt get stitches. Today I noticed the gum tissue on the side of the molar in front of the exrraction site has as only what I can describe is loose gum tissue I can put my fingernail between the gum and tooth and pull it down a little ways. Exposing red tissue. Is this something to worry about?
Hello there...since it has already been 8 days following the removal do not worry about the red tissue what you see... It is the granulation tissue that fills up the socket and since the tooth removal has been carried out, the marginal gingival would appear little erythematous... stop middling the gum, there... That would result in infection... It would take 15-21 days for the entire mucosal covering.Don't worry about that..... You can use a gum astringent if you find your gum to be swollen and continue with warm saline rinses... In case you have pain with any discharge that tastes bitter or salty, consult your doctor for clinical evaluation and management....