Question 1

is dexamethasone help the pain for wisdom teeth removal?

Accepted Answer

Dexamethasone for pa: No it will not help the pain.

Question 2

i had wisdom tooth extraction 3 days ago and have numbness in my tongue. i am taking dexamethasone. is there anything else i can do for recovery?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Call your Oral Surgical Specialist.  Referral to a Neurologist may be in order.

Question 3

how fast could  wisdom teeth erupt?

Accepted Answer

Start at about 15: Wisdom teeth eruption can vary on ages, most likely around 15 years old.  Whether the wisdom teeth erupt properly is another matter.  The teeth can no erupt at all (completely impacted- in bone, bone and tissue;) partially impacted- part way through the tissue or fully erupt.  Many people are born these days without wisdom teeth.  Should have your dentist monitor as you get to this age.

Question 4

how painful are wisdom teeth removals?

Accepted Answer

You will not feel it: Talk with your dentist or oral surgeon about anesthesia.  Many wisdom teeth extraction are done using sedation so you will not feel anything during the procedure.  Healing will depend on how difficult the extraction was, surgical or no surgical, the skill of the surgeon and how you as an individual handle things.  Typically  it takes a few days to heal.  The surgeon will prescribe  needed meds.

Question 5

what are pain options for wisdom teeth?

Accepted Answer

Wisdom teeth pain: If the wisdom teeth are in the mouth, then options to address pain include restorative work, nerve treatment, and extraction.  If your question is how to address the pain following wisdom tooth surgery, then depending on your type of surgery and your doctor there are a variety of options.  A typical option would be a low grade steroid for three days conjunctly with a narcotic such as hydrocodone.

Question 6

should i be concerned about wisdom teeth?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Possibly. Have them looked at for expert opinion.
For best results with wisdom teeth,  make sure you are evaluated and treated by a board certified oral &amp; maxillofacial surgeon.

Question 7

what will soothe the pain for wisdom teeth?

Accepted Answer

Orajel, ice or ??: If wisdom teeth are coming in and causing pain you can suck on some ice, drink some bourbon or apply an anesthetic gel.
Mind you, these are all only temporary.
The best thing to do is see the dentist and see if there is enough room for your teeth to come in.  In the meantime....Avoid course foods like carrots, chips or anything that will irritate the gums where the teeth are coming in.

Question 8

what conditions are related to wisdom teeth?

Accepted Answer

Many: There are several situations that can occur with the eruption of wisdom teeth, but as a practitioner in the town where Northwestern University is located, they always seem to surface in the middle of final week when students are awake all night and stressed to the max.  If these were addressed prior to college as they are for military to be deployed, life would be easier for all'

Question 9

could you die for not removing your wisdom teeth?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely but,: People have died from infections related to their wisdom teeth.  Your best bet is to discuss your wisdom teeth with a dentist or oral surgeon so they can give you the risks and benefits of keeping them versus removing them.

Question 10

don?t understand do wisdom teeth have to be pulled?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: It depends on whether the teeth which are the third set of molars in the mouth are impacted or not.  The alignment and crowding can also determine the need for extraction.  If the teeth are erupted and in good alignment, they can be retained if properly maintained.  If impacted there are different views on extractions.  Most dental personal would have them removed so cysts don't form.

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