"Dr. Goodlett,
how do I reduce swelling and pain following oral surgery?"
We
may give you a plastic ice pack to apply to your face on the way home. A
cold compress helps reduce swelling. Apply either a cold compress or
a cold, moist cloth periodically. Switch to moist heat (a warm wash cloth)
24 hours after
oral surgery. Check with me regarding how often and how
long to use a compress.
I may prescribe medication to prevent infection and control pain. Carefully follow the instructions. If you experience severe pain, swelling, bleeding, fever, nausea or vomiting, contact Total Care Dentistry of Greenville for advice and assistance.
Oral Surgery
In Taylors South Carolina and the surrounding
Greenville - Greer - Spartanburg - Anderson SC areas.
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