Well I have removed 3 teeth and it is so swollen that my one eye is closed and then I still smoke.Do you think that the swelling will stop if I stop the smoke because I am also on medication for the swelling.Help!
openhearted87
Favorite Answer
Well which teeth did you have removed? Smoking increases the risk of infection and it slows the speed of healing, it can also cause a dry socket, which is the blod clot coming away from the exposed bone. Extremely painful! My suggestion is to stop smoking for at least 5 days you will be in the clear for a dry socket after that so yes... stop!
Anonymous
i'd suggest not smoking while the swelling's still up.. but talking to a doc would be a good idea too.. =)
Wes
smoking increases chance of infection & increases the amount of time it takes to heal, specifically w/ teeth. maybe try "Nicoderm" for now.