The swelling of the face after wisdom teeth extraction varies from person to person, and the symptoms of swelling and pain in the face usually disappear in about 3-7 days. After wisdom teeth removal, facial swelling is a normal reaction, the swelling time and the degree of swelling is related to the size of the surgical incision and the individual’s physical condition. Usually, the swelling and pain will gradually decrease in about 3 days and disappear completely in about 7 days. Of course, if poor post-operative care leads to infection around the incision, the swelling and pain will be prolonged. After wisdom teeth removal, you must cooperate with the doctor to do a good job of postoperative care, and you can use hot compresses to reduce the symptoms of facial swelling and pain when it is clear that there is no bleeding. If the swelling and pain in the face do not disappear after more than a week, you need to go to the hospital in time to find out the specific cause and treat the cause to ensure a speedy recovery.