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I'm having wisdom teeth pain, what do i do?

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Comes and goes: Wisdom teeth may hurt on and off. As an adult you are really teething. With that being said...You can try to evaluate the situation yourself...Are they just coming in? Did you eat a lot of crunchy food back there or course food like carrots? If you really can't evaluate yourself go see a dentist and see if there is room for them or if you need to get them out.

Answered 7/13/2015

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It depends: Is the pain coming from wisdom teeth that are still present, or is it pain from the extractions? If you still have your wisdom teeth, you may have a slight infection around them. If they've been extracted already you could have a dry socket. In either case, see your dentist and they can help you out.

Answered 7/13/2015

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See your dentist: If you are having pain from your wisdom teeth, you should see your dentist to see if they are indicated for removal. If they are decayed or causing problems with adjacent teeth, they should be removed. If the teeth are trrying to erupt into the mouth and have enough space and not a potential problem, you may not have to have them removed.

Answered 3/26/2017

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

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

Answered 7/13/2015

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Depends: The solution depends on if the pain is before having surgery or after surgery. If your wisdom teeth are erupting and causing pain, you need to contact your dentist for evaluation. If the pain is following surgery, take the meds prescribed and follow postop instructions. If you are still having pain, contact your dentist or surgeon for recommendations.

Answered 7/3/2013

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Cause?: Is the pain from decayed wisdom teeth, or from partially erupted/partially impacted wisdom teeth, or from an infected flap of tissue over part of the tooth, or were the teeth removed and now you have post-surgical pain? If you have not seen an oral surgeon, call now. If you have seen an oralsurgeon, follow the pain control information you were given.

Answered 8/10/2013

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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 3/18/2017

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