A member asked:

Where my wisdom teeth are growing in the back, i keep biting my cheek that is next to it. what should i do?

8 doctors weighed in across 4 answers

See your dentist: For some temporary relief, you can rinse with warm salt water to reduce swelling and take otc Ibuprofen to reduce inflammation, if you're not allergic. You can also try a small mouth guard from target etc so you have some space between upper and lower teeth in the back bringing you temporary relief. Try otc oragel to numb up the area if too much discomfort but, go see your dentist soon.

Answered 12/30/2017

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Have them taken out: If you are biting your cheek , that means that you probably have no room for them (wisdom teeth), you should see your dentist for a consultation regarding your options.

Answered 8/1/2016

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

See your dentist: See your dentist to determine first, is there enough room in your mouth for those teeth?, secondly, are they coming in straight?, and finally would it be better to have them removed if they are unnecessary and likely to cause problems over time?

Answered 10/14/2016

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See a dentist: See a dentist. Your wisdom teeth probably will need to be removed. Often wisdom teeth erupt at an angle into the cheek causing cheek biting.

Answered 3/25/2016

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