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Is there anything my dentist can give me for wisdom tooth pain before extraction?

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OTC pain relievers: For dental pain, i advise my patients to alternate Ibuprofen and tylenol (acetaminophen). If that doesn't help, your dentist may prescribe something stronger such as a narcotic. I do not like to prescribe narcotics because they are highly addictive with a large abuse potential. If I do prescribe narcotics, i advise my patients to alternate it with Ibuprofen every 3 hours. But please follow your dentists direction.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Anti-inflammatory: An over the counter medication such as Ibuprofen (motrin) can help. Sometimes you may need an antibiotic if an infection develops around the tissue of an erupting third molar which is called a pericoronitis.

Answered 8/9/2015

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Yes... Options: Anti-anxiety medication. Sleep dentistry can help. Ask your dentist. Anti-inflammatory medication can help. Aleve, motrin, advil & even a holistic alternative arnica. Ice to minimize swelling can also be helpful. Loritab or something similar is usually prescribed with tooth extractions, for patients who have no allergy to codeine.Tylenol (acetaminophen) can be used to minimize the need for narcotic pain medicine.

Answered 8/9/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Yes: Yes. Usually antibiotics and narcotic pain meds will settle things down nicely. For best results with wisdom teeth, make sure you are evaluated and treated by a board certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon.

Answered 8/9/2015

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