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A 33-year-old female asked:
What can i use to stop the pains of wisdom tooth. it's swollen and painful. ?
2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Theodore Davantzisanswered
Dentistry 42 years experience
Wisdom Teeth: Most people do not have enough room for their wisdom teeth. Until you can be seen by a local dentist, NSAIDs will help with your discomfort. The swelling can mean infection, so the sooner you are seen the better.
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Dr. Arnold Malermananswered
Orthodontics 55 years experience
Painful wisdom tooth: For temporary relief rinse w 1 test salt in 8 oz water 3x/day. Take nSaids (preferably Ibuprofen/Advil/Nuprin) EXACTLY as per package directions. For permanent relief see your General Dentist or a wisdom tooth specialist, an Oral Surgeon for appropriate treatment.
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Last updated Mar 25, 2022
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