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3 days after wisdom teeth extraction, bottom left of my mouth still very swollen. normal?
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It can be: Postoperative swelling following the removal of teeth may actually increase in size for the first two to three days, and will usually reach its maximum by the third postoperative day. It is not uncommon for patients to have more swelling with the removal of wisdom teeth in the lower jaw than the upper jaw.
Answered 6/3/2013
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It is common: Some degree of swelling around the mouth and sides of the face is normal after this type of surgery. However, if swelling is severe or continues for more than four days after the surgery, you should call your surgeon for post-op examination.
Answered 3/22/2020
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