After a facial and dental surgery, it is common to have significant pain for a few days because the tissues are still healing, especially when an infected bone area and tooth have been removed. Combiflam is usually one of the stronger routine painkillers, so instead of switching to a stronger medicine on your own, it is better to take it exactly as prescribed and on time with food, as irregular dosing often makes pain feel worse. You can also help reduce pain by using cold compresses on the face for the first 24-48 hours, keeping your head elevated while resting, and avoiding chewing on the operated side. However, if the pain is not controlled even after regular doses, or if you notice increasing swelling, fever, foul discharge, or worsening pain after initial improvement, you should contact your surgeon promptly, as this may indicate infection or the need to adjust treatment or add antibiotics rather than simply stronger painkillers.