I can see how cold drinks might help, but honestly I had the opposite experience. When my mouth was healing from braces adjustments, anything cold—even mildly chilled—made me wince like crazy. Lukewarm was the sweet spot for me too, oddly enough. Maybe it's different depending on the type of mouth injury or procedure?
"Warm liquids—even lukewarm—sometimes made my mouth feel achier afterwards."
That's interesting though, because I've heard that cold liquids can help reduce swelling faster in other situations (like sports injuries). Wonder if it has something to do with the nerves or sensitivity levels in our mouths? Did anyone else find temperature preferences changed over time as they healed? Curious if it's just a personal sensitivity thing or if there's some general guideline out there...
I get where you're coming from, but honestly, I think mouth biopsies might be a different beast compared to braces adjustments. When I had mine, cold drinks actually felt soothing because they numbed the area slightly and reduced swelling. Lukewarm stuff was tolerable, but didn't really help with the pain or inflammation.
"Wonder if it has something to do with the nerves or sensitivity levels in our mouths?"
Yeah, I think you're onto something there—probably depends on the exact nerves affected or how deep the biopsy was. Everyone's mouth heals differently, so maybe there's no one-size-fits-all guideline...
Yeah, that's a good point about nerves and sensitivity. When I had my biopsy, the dentist suggested rinsing gently with salt water a few times a day—it seemed to help with healing and kept the area clean without irritating it too much. Also, sticking to softer foods for a couple of days made a big difference in comfort. But you're right, everyone's experience can be pretty different...hopefully yours heals quickly!
I totally get the nerves you're feeling—I was super anxious before mine too. Salt water rinses definitely helped me as well, but something else that made a difference was using a cold compress on my cheek for short periods. It seemed to ease the swelling and discomfort, especially in the first day or two. And yeah, soft foods were a lifesaver...I practically lived on smoothies and mashed potatoes for a bit. Hang in there, it'll get better quicker than you think.
Cold compresses can definitely help with swelling, but I'd actually suggest being cautious about using them too frequently or for extended periods. Sometimes, excessive cold exposure can slow down blood circulation, potentially delaying healing. Did your dentist recommend a specific routine for compress use?
