I have a wisdom tooth growing sideways that's catching the tendon (i think) & making it painful to move my jaw?

See dentist : Usually this would be a factor in considering removing the tooth but a dentist assessment can determine that as well as order X-rays to confirm/deny the likelihood of it hurting due to impaction

See dentist : Wisdom tooth if not erupting properly can cause grief , please consult your dentist . They would able to give you the best possible advice.

Evaluation 3 molars: See your dentist for a radiographic examination of all your wisdom teeth and a possible evaluation and treatment by an oral surgeon.

Wisdom teeth: Please see your own general dentist or an oral surgeon to perform a clinical exam and take x-rays to determine whether or not the wisdom needs to be removed. Sometimes what you describe is temporary and the tooth can remain while other times it's best to remove the tooth before it creates even more pain and swelling.

Wisdom Teeth: Good day; Don't be foolish, this is the perfect time to have this mal- positioned tooth removed.Be wise contact oral surgeon or your dentist immediately.

Although: Although your anatomical description is inaccurate, it is evident that you require immediate professional help. Make an immediate appointment with an Oral Surgeon. The sooner the appointment, the sooner you will find relief.

See your dentist!: While your description is not clear to me, it is clear you are uncomfortable and need to be evaluated professionally for pain. Set up an appointment today, and let's solve the problem!

Cheek Irritation: Malpositioned wisdom teeth that are erupting toward the cheek (upper wisdom teeth especially) commonly cause irritation to the tissues of the buccal mucosa (cheek) when opening and moving your jaw from side to side as there is often very little space between the tooth and the tissues of the cheek as you go toward the back of the mouth. Time to get the teeth removed.

Could be: If it came up recently than would try some simple analgesia to see if it goes away. Could be irritation or infection and may need to see a dentist. Depending on the symptoms and duration it may need to be removed.

Consult: See a dentist and explore the options you have to deal with the pain and your wisdom tooth. They may not even be related so don't make any decisions before understanding your situation fully. Carefully review the risks and benefits of surgery then make a decision. Best of luck!

Consult early!: It sounds like you may not have enough space for the wisdom teeth to come in to function well. Wisdom teeth growing sideways can create unhygienic condition, and not good for other teeth, which need to function well and for the rest of your life--in your case, 70 or maybe 80 more years! Consult with your dentist to find out if you can benefit from having your wisdom teeth removed sooner.

Not the likely cause: Your discomfort is most likely an inflammation of the tissues surrounding the wisdom tooth or there is food impacted into the gums. Submerged teeth rarely cause an issue and definitely do not press on the tendons