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I'm taking antibiotics and pain relievers after wisdom tooth extraction. is it normal to have swelling and jaw pain 2 days after surgery?
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Very common: After the wisdom tooth surgery, you may have some swelling and certainly some pain for 24-48 hours. If swelling and/or pain becomes worse or does not improve after 48 hours, call your dentist for post-op evaluation.
Answered 4/12/2015
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