Aa
Aa
A
A
A
Close
Avatar universal

THROBBING GUMS after sinus surgery

Had sinus sugery 4 days ago (fixed deviated septum, right turbinate reduction, sinus drainage hole enlarged). Gum pain is a lot worse than the sinus surgery pain in nose/sinuses. General anesthesia caused 3 ulcers, the one on gum-line hasn't healed, very painful, seemed to be the trigger. (Some numbing, tingling under top teeth from surgery but can deal with that.) Started tonight treating ulcer areas with OTC Oral B wound wash and added a canker/aloe vera ointments that helps but doesn't calm gums. Concerned because my gums all over are throbbing, bottoms more than top, to the point I can't sleep, pain pills not killing the gum pain. Flossing doesn't help but that is the feeling...that gums are swollen and aching all over, a bad throbbing almost itching feel. Taking Lavequin, tylenol (now on ibuprofen). Gums don't seen red. Teeth are sore esp on bottom that I dread touching them together. They seem inflamed and getting worse each day, not better. What could be going on? What can help?
4 Responses
Sort by: Helpful Oldest Newest
Avatar universal
A related discussion, 24/7 throbbing gums was started.
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
why do i have throbbing in my upper gums with no teeth there?  No pain, just a constant throb 24/7.
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
why do i have throbbing in my upper gums with no teeth there?  No pain, just a constant throb 24/7.
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
I am not familiar with sinus surgery.It appears that the orodental complications result from intubation of general anesthesia. Seeing a dentist is advised.
Helpful - 0

You are reading content posted in the Comprehensive Dentistry Forum

Popular Resources
If you suffer from frequent headaches, jaw clicking and popping ear pain, you may have TMJ. Top dentist Hamidreza Nassery, DMD, has the best TMJ treatments for you.
A list of national and international resources and hotlines to help connect you to needed health and medical services.
Herpes sores blister, then burst, scab and heal.
Herpes spreads by oral, vaginal and anal sex.
STIs are the most common cause of genital sores.
Condoms are the most effective way to prevent HIV and STDs.