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Wisdom teeth pulled yesterday, on pain meds and antibiotics. today cheeks are red and feel warm. dentist says i have no infection. is this normal?
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Inflammation: due to dental manipulation you are on antibiotics use ice compresses for a few hrs if no response you need to be rechecked
Answered 10/15/2017
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