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Getting your wisdom teeth taken out can result in a few weeks of sore gums and chipmunk cheeks. To reduce minor swelling after wisdom teeth removal, a simple icing method does the trick. If swelling is severe, ask your dentist for other treatments and advice.

  1. Step 1

    Get a large sock made of a soft material like cotton. Make sure it is clean.

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    Fill a plastic sandwich bag with ice cubes. If it does not zip closed, twist the bag and use an elastic to keep it closed.

  3. Step 3

    Put the sandwich bag filled with ice inside the sock. Push the ice all the way down into the toe of the sock.

  4. Step 4

    Tie a knot at the open top of the sock to hold the bag of ice inside.

  5. Step 5

    Hold the sock against your cheek for 20 minutes each hour. The swelling should go down in 24 hours. If your cheek is still swollen, consult your dentist for advice and other treatments.

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