Aftercare: Wisdom tooth surgery
A few simple notes for the days after treatment. Keep this page.
On the first day hold an ice pack on your cheek, ten minutes on and ten off.
Swelling peaks on the second or third day, then goes down; that’s normal.
From the second day, rinse gently with warm salt water after meals.
Take medicines exactly as prescribed. Pain that gets worse after day three: call us.
If anything feels unusual or you’re unsure, call us.
About this treatment
This is general guidance and doesn’t replace the doctor’s advice at the clinic.