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Overview
Wisdom teeth are the third molars that typically emerge in the late teenage years or early twenties. While they can be helpful for chewing, they can also cause discomfort, pain, and other issues.
Causes
- Impacted Wisdom Teeth: When a wisdom tooth does not have enough room to emerge from the gums and jawbone, it becomes impacted. This can cause pain, swelling, and infection.
- Gum Infection: As the wisdom tooth emerges, it can push against the nearby gum tissue, leading to infection and inflammation.
- Decay or Cavity: Wisdom teeth are located at the back of the mouth, making them difficult to clean. This can lead to tooth decay or cavities, which can cause pain and discomfort.
- Crowding: If there is not enough space in the mouth for the wisdom teeth, they may push against the other teeth, causing pain and discomfort.
Symptoms
- Pain or discomfort in the back of the mouth or jaw.
- Swelling or inflammation of the gums.
- Difficulty opening the mouth.
- Redness or tenderness of the gums.
- Bad breath or an unpleasant taste in the mouth.
- Headaches or earaches.
Treatment
- Pain Relief: Over-the-counter pain medications like ibuprofen or acetaminophen can help to alleviate wisdom tooth pain.
- Antibiotics: If the wisdom tooth pain is due to infection, your dentist may prescribe antibiotics.
- Extraction: If the wisdom teeth are causing significant pain or damage to other teeth, your dentist may recommend extraction.
- Salt Water Rinse: Rinsing your mouth with warm salt water can help to reduce inflammation and pain.
- Dental Cleaning: Regular dental cleanings can help to prevent decay and infection, reducing the likelihood of wisdom tooth pain.
It’s important to seek dental care if you are experiencing wisdom tooth pain, as it can worsen and lead to more serious complications if left untreated.
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Dr. Bipin Chandra Reddy
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BDS, MDS, FAM
23+ Years of Experience
Specialty:
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Dr. Dipesh Rao
Consultant - Implantologist & Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
BDS, MDS. FIBCSOMS
25+ Years of Experience
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25+ Years of Experience
Specialty:
Wisdom Tooth Extraction, Paediatric Maxillofacial Surgery and Craniofacial Surgery, Cleft Lip and Palate Deformity, Facial Cosmetic Procedures
Dr. Akshay Nigam
Senior Associate - Periodontist & Oral Implantologist
BDS, MDS – Periodontics & Oral Implants
10+ Years of Experience
Speciality:
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BDS, MDS – Periodontics & Oral Implants
10+ Years of Experience
Speciality:
Wisdom Tooth Extraction, Dental Implants, Laser Dentistry, Micro Surgery, Flap Surgery, Esthetic Dentistry
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