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Can Itching Of Oral Surgery Stitches Be Prevented Without Affecting The Healing?
I ve recently had oral surgery to remove a few teeth. The stitches will dissolve in a few days, but in the mean time, they itch really bad. Considering I will continue oral reconstructive surgery when I heal, and be getting teeth implants, I will be having to deal with more oral stitches. Is there any way to stop the stitches from itching without slowing the healing process?
Mon, 7 Jul 2014
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
Yes, itching is normal, its a sign that you are healing. Warm salt water may help but tylenol or Ibprofen will deaden the nerves and the itching will stop for a while until next dose of medicine needed.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
Thanks for your query.
Yes, itching is normal, its a sign that you are healing. Warm salt water may help but tylenol or Ibprofen will deaden the nerves and the itching will stop for a while until next dose of medicine needed.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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