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Dental experts! what is the best way to reduce swelling after wisom teeth removal?
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Ice: For the first 24-36 hours ice packs as much as 15 minutes each hour.
Answered 1/1/2014
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Many: Start with immaculately clean mouth before surgery to reduce infection risk. Use ice after surgery as directed by your oral surgical specialist. Talk to surgeon about medications that can reduce swelling.
Answered 1/1/2014
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Reduce Swelling: Ice/cold packs. Keep your heart rate down.Relax-skip a day going to the gym. Don't smoke.Keep your nutrition up. Take any medications as prescribed.
Answered 12/31/2013
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