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Pericoronitis
I had pericoronitis from Thursday... difficulty eating and drinking... swelling but no pus discharge... that's my problem what should I do
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Hello. I understand your concern. As per the shared picture , gum inflammation is covering the 3rd molar, and there might be caries in between the 2nd and 3rd molar.
First line of diagnosis requires X-ray , followed by Operculectomy for the inflamed gum, might require RCT for 2nd molar
Next Steps
Consult a dentist , go for a xray
Health Tips
Avoid hot or cold pack.
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Based on the history and photograph, this appears to be pericoronitis associated with a partially erupted wisdom tooth. Food accumulation and bacterial infection beneath the gum flap commonly cause pain, swelling, and difficulty in chewing.
Next Steps
Maintain good oral hygiene, rinse gently with warm saline water, and avoid chewing on the affected side. A clinical examination and X-ray (OPG) are required to assess the position of the wisdom tooth and determine the need for further treatment, including possible extraction after the acute symptoms subside. If you develop severe swelling, fever, difficulty opening the mouth, or difficulty swallowing, seek dental care promptly.”
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Hello,
Based on your symptoms and the attached photograph, it appears that you may be experiencing acute pericoronitis around a partially erupted wisdom tooth. The swelling and difficulty in eating and drinking suggest that the surrounding gum tissue is inflamed.
In the meantime:
⢠Maintain good oral hygiene and gently clean the area after meals.
⢠Rinse with warm salt water 3â4 times daily.
⢠Avoid spicy, hard, and very hot foods.
⢠Stay well hydrated and consume soft foods.
If the swelling is increasing, mouth opening is becoming restricted, fever develops, or swallowing becomes difficult, please visit a dentist immediately as active treatment may be required.
Pericoronitis often recurs if the wisdom tooth is impacted or partially erupted. Once the acute infection settles, a clinical examination and X-ray are recommended to determine whether the tooth can be maintained or requires extraction.
I would advise an in-person consultation with an Oral Surgeon or Dentist at the earliest for proper evaluation and treatment.
Next Steps
consult with your dentist
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It seems to be ,
an infection of erupting 3rd molar area called pericoronitis .
along with carious 2nd molar.
so that you are facing the trouble.
visit dentist for the same .
Next Steps
consult with your dentist for the medication and treatment accordingly.
Health Tips
1.gargle with lukewarm salt water after food, keep that area clean .
2.apply ice at swollen cheek externally.
3.don't use warm or hot stuff on that side .
4.don't chew food on that side.
thanks!
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Thanks for sharing pic!
Yes, it is indeed pericoronitis and will necessitate the removal of wisdom tooth .
From the pic shared ,the last standing molar is the second molar ,assuming the wisdom tooth is completely hidden beneath the peri coronal flap .
Please visit dentist or an Oral & Maxillofacial surgeon for clinical &radiographic examination and removal of the tooth.
Next Steps
Consult an Oral &Maxillofacial Surgeon
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First of all take an iopa or opg done by dr if the tooth is straight in the iopa then
Dr will perform a minor surgery called (operculatomy)
Procedure in which dr remove affected area
And provide some medication for 3-5 days
But if the tooth is impacted or tilted then the tooth should be removed by the dr
Otherwise this will cause infection
Next Steps
first take opg done
and maintain proper oral hygiene
Health Tips
if you want relief take warm saline rinses 4-5 times per day
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