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Extreme pain in my back molars
I’m experiencing sudden, extreme pain in my back molars specifically when drinking cold or room-temperature water. The sensation is a sharp, intense shock that makes the tooth feel unstable, as if it might fall out. Otherwise, the area feels normal. Please check the attached photo for signs of deep decay, a cracked tooth, or nerve exposure. What are my next steps?
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Thanks for sharing Pic!
Appears to be infection around partially erupted wisdom tooth.
Please visit an Oral& Maxillofacial surgeon ,the tooth will need to be surgically removed after radiographic examination ,
Also ,you will benefit from cleaning as lot of plaque and calculus is there,which improves the overall oral health.
Next Steps
Consult an Oral &Maxillofacial Surgeon
Health Tips
Warm saline gargle will ease pain in the interim and flush clean the area
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This pain is because of eruption of wisdom theeth which lead to pericronitis
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Consult your nearby dentist and get xray done
And the treatment is based on xray
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Warm saline gargle 3-4 times a day
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Hey hi,The pain is due to wisdom tooth.you should consult a nearest dentist to get xray done
Next Steps
Based on the x ray the doctor will decide to remove the tooth or if there is any pericoronitis(food lodgement between the gums and the teeth)...by physical examination
Health Tips
Warm Saltwater Rinses: Mix half a teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water and rinse 3-4 times a day to reduce inflammation.
Avoid Irritants: Try not to chew from that side and avoid very cold or very hot foods.
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This might be due to the partially errupted last tooth / molar : pericoronitis , which is specifically infammation of gums around the partially unerrupted tooth
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lukeWarm salt water on that area
consult oral and maxillofacial surgeon
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