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A member asked:
My right wisdom tooth has been hurting when i eat. the tooth is still submerged under the gum though. is removal appropriate?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
No way to know: Without actually seeing you for a clinical exam and x-rays in order to determine the angle of the tooth, the extent of root formation and the amount of room available for it to erupt. Your own dentist can tell you whether or not it should be removed or left to erupt naturally.
Answered 12/10/2013
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Wiz tooth: At your age its likely the wiz tooth is starting to erupt have an evaluation and x ray at a dental office right away.
Answered 2/10/2015
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