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Answered 2015-07-15 21:19:02
Yes, bruising and swelling are very common complications of wisdom tooth extraction. The swelling will be at its worst 48-36 hours after the extraction before it begins to die off. Apply an ice pack to the swollen area.
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Dr Nicholas Manning BDS Glasg MFDS (RCSEng)
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Have an earache after your wisdom tooth pulled?
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How do you take down swelling in the face?
ICE PACK...GREAT RELIEF, MY WIFE JUST HAD 4 OF HER WISDOM TEETH PULLED & SHE IS SWOLLEN. Good Luck To You
Is it normal for the tooth in front of your wisdom tooth that got pulled to hurt?
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Bruised palate after wisdom teeth extraction?
A bruised palate after the extraction of wisdom teeth is not uncommon. This generally heals within just a few days. Drinking cool liquids will sometimes help with the pain.
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Is it normal for your cheeks to still be a little swollen after three days of getting wisdom teeth pulled?
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Is it normal to not be able to have a complete smile after wisdom teeth extraction?
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After you have your wisdom teeth pulled is it normal after 6 days to still have a lot of pain and swelling in your face?
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u got your wisdom teeth pulled out dummy
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Get it pulled out.
