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I've extracted my wisdom teeth, what are the precautions i've to do?
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Avoid smoking: Take your medication as prescribed. Avoid smoking. Apply cold or ice first 24 hours after warm moist compresses. Avoif use of straws.
Answered 1/2/2015
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See below: For a faster healing you want to keep the area clean. Using warm salt water to rinse the area will help. Avoid hard, spicy and hot food.
Answered 10/2/2015
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