A member asked:

Since my wisdom teeth are probably coming in what should i do for the soreness in my jaw? i take ibuprofen and aleve (naproxen) but what else should i do?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Oral surgeon: You should have the wisdom teeth evaluated by an oral surgeon. You may need the teeth removed surgically.

Answered 8/2/2015

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Very little: Besides taking analgesic medications you can make sure the areas where the teeth erupts remain clean and free of food debris. Brush the gums there gently with your tooth brush 2 or 3 times a day. Rinsing with warm salt water can help as well. Avoid chewing hard, crunchy, or sharp foods like chips and crackers back there also. See a dentist for a panoramic xray to make sure they aren't impacted.

Answered 8/4/2015

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