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My mouth hurts and unable to open properly, from upper left back of my mouth- i don't know if i have wisdom tooth yet.
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Need A Dental Visit: Good day; A perfect time to visit your dentist ASAP!!
Answered 1/30/2016
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Wisdom Tooth: It's possible that the wisdom tooth is erupting towards your cheek preventing your mouth from opening correctly. Have your dentist take a look.
Answered 1/31/2016
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See a dentist ASAP: for evaluation, panoramic x-ray and treatment if indicated.
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