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Wisdom Teeth Infection, How Long After Wisdom Teeth Removal Does It Take Infection To Go Away?

asked 1 year ago by Tavia12 in Toronto
Latest answer by Michael Ayzin, DDS
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Tags: infection, timing, wisdom teeth

How soon after wisdom teeth removal would I know that I'm free of infection, and that I won't get one anymore.

1 answer to Wisdom Teeth Infection, How Long After Wisdom Teeth Removal Does It Take Infection To Go Away?

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Wisdom Teeth

Most of the time patients are given a prescription to take prior to the extraction in order to calm down an infection. After the extraction takes place, we advise our patients to continue and finish the medication. This helps to fight off the infection. It usually takes a week for it to go away. If the infection persists, it's best to have a check-up with the Dentist and he may likely prescribe you a stronger medication. Thank you for asking! Dr. Ayzin can definitely take care... more

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