Question 1

can i kiss someone 4 days after my wisdom tooth was pulled out?

Accepted Answer

Sure: as long as you don't have anything contagious (nor do they).

Question 2

if you kiss someone with hep b but they have no open sores/blood in their mouth and you have a wisdom tooth growing in could you get hep b from this?

Accepted Answer

Cannot predict: Unless you have been vaccinated against hepatitis b you should avoid any intimate contact with this individual.

Question 3

what is a rogue wisdom tooth?

Accepted Answer

Unknown term: Never heard the term. If you need personal advice about wisdom teeth, see wisdom tooth expert - oral surgeon - for exam/recommendations.

Question 4

is wisdom tooth surgery major?

Accepted Answer

Minor...: In the overall scheme of surgical procedures, this one is minor.

Question 5

is my wisdom tooth pushing my gum out?

Accepted Answer

Yes sure: If you are referring to the soft tissue sitting behind you second molar (last molar in the back)  the third molars/wisdom teeth can go through periods of eruption and quiescence, and while trying to erupt can elevate the soft tissue physically and also due to inflammation and infection.  You should have a consult with and oral and maxillofacial surgeon to evaluate.

Question 6

how serious is an abscessed wisdom tooth?

Accepted Answer

Loss of tooth: Ignoring an infected 3rd molar("wisdom tooth") could result in losing the adjacent molar, possible more severe infection extending into the throat that could be life-indangering.

Question 7

could a five year old get a wisdom tooth?

Accepted Answer

Doubtful, but....: It's doubtful that a 5 year old get a wisdom tooth, but it is normal for some 5 year olds to have their 1st permanent molar erupt. The 1st permanent molar erupts towards the back of their primary teeth so it may look like a wisdom tooth erupting.

Question 8

what are signs i need my wisdom tooth removed?

Accepted Answer

Pain is a: Big one. If you have pain ; /or swelling please consult promptly with your dentist.

Question 9

what can be done to stop wisdom tooth bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Dental exam: You need to see a dentist about this problem.  You may have an infection around your wisdom tooth causing the bleeding.  This needs to be treated. It can get worse without treatment.

Question 10

how to tell if it's a wisdom tooth issue or tmj?

Accepted Answer

See a dentist: No one can tell if your problem is one or the other without an examination. 

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What is a rogue wisdom tooth?

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Is my wisdom tooth pushing my gum out?

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