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A member asked:
How long will it take for the swelling to go down after i have gotten my wisdom teeth taken out?
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Depends: If you were given steriods, the swelling will be minimal. If not, swelling usually peaks at 72 hrs then begins to resolve.
Answered 5/5/2015
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About 1 week: It can take anywhere from 2 days to a week for the swelling to go down after your wisdom teeth are taken out.
Answered 11/9/2014
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