What pain killers are best for wisdom tooth pain?

Anti inflamitories: Typically, post operative extraction pain is from inflammation from the trauma of the extraction and the healing of the site. Best medications for this kind of pain are like Motrin (ibuprofen). For more severe pain, your dentist can prescribe you narcotic pain medications like vicodan

Depends on the: Person, but generally opioids are prescribed and work well.

OTC motrin, tylenol (acetaminophen): The best relief for wisdom tooth pain is to have them removed by a dentist or oral surgeon. Short term pain relief can be achieved with otc analgesics such as Ibuprofen and tylenol (acetaminophen). The dentist can prescribe a narcotic for short term pain relief if he or she thinks you need it.

Dentist decide: Wisdom tooth pain is best addressed by having them removed. Make a dental appointment to have them evaluated as the pain may have many different sources and the dentist can recommend the best treatment and medications for pain control. Until you get in, try taking otc ibuprofen.

Narcotics: Narcotics (eg Norco) most often. Discuss with wisdom tooth expert. For best results with wisdom teeth, make sure you are evaluated and treated by a board certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon.