Q&A: How to reduce swelling after surgery?

Question by ;) : How to reduce swelling after surgery?
I just had oral surgery to remove my wisdom tooth. Its the third day and my right cheek is still severely swollen. Is their anything I can do to reduce the swelling. Tommorrows the fourth of july and i dont feel like looking like a chipmunk. )=

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Answer by 20 Year Nurse
After having wisdom teeth removed, it is not unusual to remain swollen for several days or even as long as a week.
Ice the absolute best thing you can do for it. It will also help the pain.

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One Response to “Q&A: How to reduce swelling after surgery?”

  1. I love fastpitch! says:

    It helps if you ice your mouth and take anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen

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