Question 1

what should i do if my wisdom teeth are coming in?

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Is it Causing Pain?: The best thing to do is to visit your dentist. Third molars erupt  at approximately  age 18-21. At age 45, if this question is referring to you, it  means it didn't have adequate room to erupt if you still have complete set of dentition. If your 2nd molars are missing, it can be a blessing especially if it is erupting in a proper or acceptable position.

Question 2

will my wisdom teeth are coming in make my teeth crowd?

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Probably not: Generally, there is enough room;  if not, discomfort or pain is more likely because the positioning is wrong.

Question 3

what's the definitive way to determine if my wisdom teeth are coming in?

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Pressure feeling: A feeling of pressure or squeezing in area is usually felt.An x-ray is indicated.

Question 4

my wisdom teeth are coming in..how should i approach this without too much pain?

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See a dentist: Have a dentist evaluate your wisdom teeth and mouth to determine if you have room for this (these) tooth/teeth.  Wisdom teeth take a long time to erupt into position, and they can be quite uncomfortable.

Question 5

why do my cheeks hurt when my wisdom teeth are coming in slowing? and my wisdom teeth are on top

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Muscles/tissues: Your upper wisdom teeth have to push trough the gum tissues which connect to your cheeks. Next to these tissues are your facial muscles. They wrap from the side of your head under your jaw and inside to parts of your mouth and throat. The pain can radiate to many places. See the Oral Surgeon for tx. options. It is possible than your lower ones are moving into place as well. Best of luck.

Question 6

are headaches a sign that my wisdom teeth are coming in?

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Possibly: Possibly, but a panogram radiograph taken by a dentist would be more definitive.  Soreness in the jaw and ear pain can also be symptoms.

Question 7

could headaches be caused by my wisdom teeth are coming in?

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Yes: Wisdom teeth can be the cause of a number of problems.  Ringing in the ears. Pain and swelling of the jaws, difficulty opening the mouth and eating, and headaches can be associated with problematic wisdom teeth.

Question 8

could these headaches possibly be a sign that my wisdom teeth are coming in?

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Could be: Can't tell wthout an exam. See your dentist.

Question 9

i can't open my mouth very wide. i think my wisdom teeth are coming in. please help?

Accepted Answer

See a dentist: There may be several reasons why you may not be able to open your mouth besides problematic wisdom teeth.  You should see a dentist to determine if your wisdom tooth (teeth) is the cause, and if they are, your dentist can either provide treatment or refer you to an oral and maxillofacial surgeon for treatment.

Question 10

my wisdom teeth are coming in and i have the worst migraine of my life. it feels like my head is going to explode?

Accepted Answer

Take meds: Take your migraine meds, drink at least 12 oz. water and lie down in dark , quiet room -- on floor if needed. See your Oral Surgeon ASAP to get the wisdom teeth extracted. Good Luck.

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