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A 22-year-old male asked:

Bit my cheeks while numbed after fillings. how long would it take to heal? (dentist is on holiday now)

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Dr. Paul Grin
Dr. Paul Grinanswered
Pain Management 38 years experience
Cheek trauma ≈ 7days: It is uncommon for infection to occur in such a case. However, keep the good oral hygiene and take NSAID or Tylenol (acetaminophen) for pain as needed.
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Dr. Justin Nelson
Dr. Justin Nelsonanswered
Pediatric Dentistry 18 years experience
2-3 days: 2-3days is ideal, 12 days for complete healing, but in reality it depends on your healing ability and your ability not to play with it (which is hard to do)
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Dr. Sandra Eleczko
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Dentistry 38 years experience
Cheek bite: Biting your cheek while you are numb happens frequently and usually heals within a week. Meanwhile avoid hot, spicy, and chewy foods and candy that can irritate this area. OTC pain relief can help if needed.
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