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I had oral surgery yesterday. i had a failed root canal. my cheek is swollen. what can i do for the swelling that is a natural way.
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Swelling reduction : Swelling is to be expected. It's unfortunate, but not uncommon. Application of ice ( 15 minutes on, 15 minutes off ) for 72 hours is a reasonable way to treat the symptom. After 24 hours, NSAID is ideal.
Answered 11/24/2017
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Ice it: Ice would be natural solution. Call the oral surgeon for recommended solution.
Answered 11/24/2017
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Natural or best?: 1. Nsaids such as advil, motrin, aleve (naproxen) or what your doctor prescribes. 2. Ice on and off every 15 minutes first 24 hours only. Once it swells ice will decrease circulation which is what you don't want after first 24 hours. 3. Keep head elevated. (some dentists prescribe corticosteroids) your body and nature does the rest. It takes time.
Answered 7/1/2017
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Swelling: If swelling due to infected tooth, and the tooth was surgically removed, as with any infection/corrective-surgery there will be some swelling. Intermittent cold packs for 48 hours, followed by intermittent warm packs for another 48, antibiotics and/or anti-inflammatories, sleeping sitting up, may help. Ask the Dentist or Oral Surgeon that treated you for post-operative instructions.
Answered 12/8/2017
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