I had a wisdom tooth extraction 9 days ago, since my dentist know me know that it was infected.. I have been on augmentin 1g BD since the last 10 days. The surgical extraction was difficult, but for the first 3 days after the surgery I saw an improvement in swelling. At the 4th day, I started having a low grade fever, and at the 5th day Metronidazole 500g TDS was added to my treatment. However, today, the fever has returned, and there is now a little fluctuant bump where the gum of the canine joins the floor of the mouth. (near the tongue side) . The pain starts from the angle of the jaw to the left of the floor of the mouth and to the ears. the little bump is not painful. Any ideas?
Thanks for your query, I have gone through your question, the swelling usually comes down within one week, but the lump on the tongue side could be secondary infection or hematoma... the pain could be because of the bone cutting done during tooth removal...till the lymphatics gets repaired the swelling will be there...it takes about 3-4days.... if the pain persists consult an oral physician and take a radiograph like OPG to rule out any infection or any other pathologies...continue saline gargling 3-4times daily...I hope my answer will help you...with regards,