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A member asked:
I got my wisdom teeth removed. this is the fourth day. i need my cheek swelling to go down. should i use a warm or cold compress?
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Warm: Apply moist heat compresses to the swollen areas. If the swelling does not improve and persists as a hard lump associated with pain, you may need to see your dentist/surgeon to rule out a postoperative infection.
Answered 1/13/2017
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Warm: Cold 1st 24 hrs, then warm. Check in with your Surgeon about the persistent swelling.
Answered 1/7/2017
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Time: Resolution of swelling depends on a variety of factors including depth of impaction, degree of difficulty and presence of pre-existing inflammation. 4 days after surgery, warm will work better than cold. If swelling increases, may represent infection. In that case, see your oral surgeon.
Answered 1/10/2017
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