Does an open sinus post tooth pulling require immediate treatment?!
Question:
Does an open sinus post tooth pulling require immediate treatment?
I had a problem tooth and had it pulled. I was told that the root of this tooth went thru the sinus. The dentist packed it with gel foam and advised me to be careful and not to sneeze, cough, etc. Then, disaster--the stitches fell out followed by the gel packing. Now, I have this weird suction feeling with air--the sinus is back open. I am already taking antibiotics. Is this an emergency or can I wait until Monday morning to see the dentist?
Answers:
Go to the emergency room. I had a similar situation and the dentist told me to go to the emergency room.