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Hard lump swelling after wisdom tooth su
My surgery was done on 25 november and today is the 3rd day of surgery I found hard lump type swelling from lower cheek to neck below jaw do I need to start warm compress or visit doctor is there anything is wrong because I have to visit on Monday for remove stiches
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Hello sir,
Post-extraction symptoms do include the swelling. Nothing to worry it will subside gradually.
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To manage post-extraction swelling:
Apply ice packs
Practice gentle oral hygiene
Avoid hot foods and drinks, and
Take prescribed medications. Contact your dentist if needed.
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Totally normal condition after surgery.Do warm compress.
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Kindly give cold compresson and avoid hot compression. Kindly inform your doctor of your status and pay a visit
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visit her dentist
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use cold compression
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Attached your x ray image
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Dr. Zoya Rasheed
Cosmetic/Aesthetic Dentist
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello!
It will subside not to worry
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Dr. Inavolu Shamini
Dentist
10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Hello
It is normal it will go in few days
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
There is no need to worry. The swelling will subside on its own.
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Dr. Shalini Nanda
Hair Transplant Surgeon
10 yrs exp
Bangalore
Its totally normal will go in few days
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