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A member asked:

I got filling put in today my jaw has swollen & hurts. what can l do to get the swelling to come down?

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Ibuprofen: For the pain and swelling take IBUPROFEN 600mg every 6 hours, or IBUPROFEN 800mg every 8 hours. Do not exceed this amount. I would also take Tylenol (acetaminophen) in addition to help with the pain.

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/25/2014

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