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How do you relieve wisdom teeth pain?

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Dr. Steven Alper answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Have them removed.: It really depends on why there is pain, but the best way to relieve wisdom tooth pain permanently is to have them removed. You should see your dentist, because there could be an infection around the wisdom teeth that could be causing the pain.

Answered 7/12/2015

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Depends: It depends on the cause of the tooth pain. The tooth can be fractured, infected or have a cavity. Please see your dentist.

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Few things: Rinsing mouth with warm saltwater will help ease the pain. Rinse 2-5 times a day; don’t swallow salt water. Oral numbing meds can be applied. Otc pain relievers may help ease the pain. Chewing gum will gently massage the irritated area. These measures may temporarily relieve the pain. However, an oral surgeon should examine the tooth/teeth and decide whether further treatment is necessary.

Answered 7/12/2015

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Dr. Zahid Ahmed answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Ibuprofen or tylenol (acetaminophen): Its important to identify the actual cause of the pain. Generally, Ibuprofen is an excellent over the counter pain killer for tooth pain, usually better than tylenol (acetaminophen). If you have a swelling of any kind you should seek professional attention as you may have an abscess which could be serious. Only take these drugs if it's safe for you. Warm salt water rinse will also help. Wish you all the best.

Answered 5/29/2016

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Get checked: The pain can be your gums or decay in the tooth. You really need to have it looked at. Putting some extra effort into cleaning it is not going to hurt anything and may help.

Answered 7/17/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Meds. Oral surgeon: OTC meds until you can see the wisdom tooth expert. For best results with wisdom teeth, make sure you are evaluated and treated by a board certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon.

Answered 7/17/2015

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