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How to reduce swelling

Fell over yesterday catching my mouth, now look like leslie ash with a pout trap,:eek: looking for ways to reduce the swelling before back to work, do not want to scare the customers, can't afford the day off.

Any help gratefully received.
if i had known then what i know now

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  • Toothsmith
    Toothsmith Posts: 10,118 Forumite
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    The mouth, and face generally can swell up pretty spectacularly. But it also heals pretty quickly too.

    This could be constituted as medical advice, and it's important to see a dentist or Dr if you feel anything is damaged.

    Cold compresses are pretty effective an reducing/minimising swelling though, but most effective if applied immediately, so it might be a bit late now.
    How to find a dentist.
    1. Get recommendations from friends/family/neighbours/etc.
    2. Once you have a short-list, VISIT the practices - dont just phone. Go on the pretext of getting a Practice Leaflet.
    3. Assess the helpfulness of the staff and the level of the facilities.
    4. Only book initial appointment when you find a place you are happy with.
  • mr_rush
    mr_rush Posts: 597 Forumite
    call up nhs direct. I think they might just be able to handle this one!
  • Toothsmith
    Toothsmith Posts: 10,118 Forumite
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    mr_rush wrote: »
    call up nhs direct. I think they might just be able to handle this one!
    A bold statement!! ;)
    How to find a dentist.
    1. Get recommendations from friends/family/neighbours/etc.
    2. Once you have a short-list, VISIT the practices - dont just phone. Go on the pretext of getting a Practice Leaflet.
    3. Assess the helpfulness of the staff and the level of the facilities.
    4. Only book initial appointment when you find a place you are happy with.
  • Zazen999
    Zazen999 Posts: 6,183 Forumite
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    Ice pack always works the best.
  • mr_rush
    mr_rush Posts: 597 Forumite
    A bold statement!!
    50/50 chance they'll say go to A&E
  • Toothsmith
    Toothsmith Posts: 10,118 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper
    mr_rush wrote: »
    A bold statement!!
    50/50 chance they'll say go to A&E

    The other option is they'll say " put an ice pack on it"!!! :D
    How to find a dentist.
    1. Get recommendations from friends/family/neighbours/etc.
    2. Once you have a short-list, VISIT the practices - dont just phone. Go on the pretext of getting a Practice Leaflet.
    3. Assess the helpfulness of the staff and the level of the facilities.
    4. Only book initial appointment when you find a place you are happy with.
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