Question 1

can doctors tell me what does one do when his wisdom tooth is growing out?

Accepted Answer

Extract: At your age it is unusual for a wisdom tooth to erupt fully. Get a consult from an oral surgeon for extraction.

Question 2

it's hard to explain but my bottom right wisdom tooth is growing horizontally..what is this called?

Accepted Answer

Impacted: This is a horizontally impacted tooth. You should have it removed.

Question 3

my wisdom tooth is growing in the wrong direction compared to the other teeth, will this cause any issues?

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Usually: It could cause periodontal (gum) problems, greater risk of decay, irritating your cheek, inability to close your mouth all the way, infection, etc. Have it evaluated to see if it needs to be removed. Better to schedule that on your own terms rather than waiting until it's a full blown emergency.

Question 4

what to do if i cut my gum on a piece of hard cereal and it was right next to wear my wisdom tooth is growing in, will than affect the tooth in any way?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: A small cut should heal without a problem.

Question 5

my wisdom tooth is growing & when i stick my tongue to feel it, i feel an open flap that is rather painful. will this resolve itself once the tooth fully grows?

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Perhaps: Keep it clean with brushing even if it feels a little sore when you do.  Rinsing with salt water (1 teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water will make it feel better and almost act like an antiseptic.  See your dentist to determine if there is enough room in your mouth to erupt fully.  If it is going to be a problem, it is better to plan for that rather than waiting until you have an emergency.

Question 6

my wisdom tooth is growing at an angel and it is currently under gum. what could help to releive gum pain?

Accepted Answer

Impacted tooth: OTC pain meds. You really should consider having it extracted. It will never, ever erupt and it can only cause you problems.

Question 7

i am 19 and my last wisdom tooth is growing, i can see the half of the teeth.and it hurts when i chew.it is not impacted though.is it normal to hurt?

Accepted Answer

Last wisdom tooth: It is not unusual to have discomfort with a partially erupted wisdom tooth. This is often due to chewing on the gum tissue covering the tooth, plus the tissue is already sore due to the tooth erupting.
Have your dentist take a look at the area to suggest an appropriate treatment to alleviate the discomfort.
In the meantime, try to avoid direct chewing on the area.

Question 8

my wisdom tooth is growing of upper right side..its pains ssometimes is it normal should i visit dentist. is there any home remedy?

Accepted Answer

Any dental pain: Warrants it being evaluated. We can't diagnose a patient's problems over the internet without both personally examining you and seeing an x-ray or two of the site in question. Please see your own dentist for an evaluation. Treatment may or may not be required as there may or may not be enough room in your mouth for that wisdom tooth.

Question 9

my wisdom tooth is growing. the gum hurts a little. under my jaw i can feel a node being a little swolen and it hurts a little. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Not normal: Pain and swelling may not be uncommon, but it's not normal.  To make sure your symptoms are not an indication of a more severe problem, see a wisdom tooth specialist, an Oral Surgeon.  Seek consultation before your nagging chronic problem becomes a severe acute problem, in the middle of the night, or over a long weekend, or when the Specialist is on vacation.

Question 10

can my wisdom tooth grow at 26 years old ?

Accepted Answer

Possibly, although: The usual age range is 16-25. Removal is controversial, especially when these 3rd molars erupt normally, are not decayed, & there's space for them to come in. Traditionally, however, it is recommended they be extracted to prevent problems later (which may/may not occur). In japan they are trying to use them to replace other lost molars.

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It's hard to explain but my bottom right wisdom tooth is growing horizontally..what is this called?

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My wisdom tooth is growing in the wrong direction compared to the other teeth, will this cause any issues?

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What to do if i cut my gum on a piece of hard cereal and it was right next to wear my wisdom tooth is growing in, will than affect the tooth in any way?

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My wisdom tooth is growing & when i stick my tongue to feel it, i feel an open flap that is rather painful. will this resolve itself once the tooth fully grows?

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My wisdom tooth is growing at an angel and it is currently under gum. what could help to releive gum pain?

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I am 19 and my last wisdom tooth is growing, i can see the half of the teeth.and it hurts when i chew.it is not impacted though.is it normal to hurt?

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My wisdom tooth is growing of upper right side..its pains ssometimes is it normal should i visit dentist. is there any home remedy?

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My wisdom tooth is growing. the gum hurts a little. under my jaw i can feel a node being a little swolen and it hurts a little. is this normal?

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Can my wisdom tooth grow at 26 years old ?

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