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Which works better for wisdom teeth - cold/warm compresses?
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Cold: Cold compresses will prevent swelling.
Answered 10/16/2012
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Initially cold: Cold packs will prevent swelling initially. Use them as much as possible for the first 24 -36 hours or so. After that, as a general rule, you will begin to do warm, gentle salty water rinses and apply warm, moist heat to the area from day 3 to 5 or until as needed.
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