A member asked:

I have pain in the back of my jaw. i believe it's because of my wisdom tooth. what should i do? it hurts to open my mouth.

6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Phone: Want relief? Pick up the phone and call a wisdom tooth specialist, an Oral Surgeon. You'll be glad you did.

Answered 2/5/2016

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Wisdom Teeth: Sometimes wisdom teeth are valuable asset when healthy and properly aligned, but more often, they are misaligned and require removal. The removal of wisdom teeth is one of the most common procedures at ages 15-24. See your dentist for evaluation and x-rays.

Answered 2/6/2016

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

See an oral surgeon: If the pain is due to a wisdom tooth, then see an oral surgeon.

Answered 2/21/2016

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