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Pain in gum
Having pain when chewing, last tooth came only half , consulted dentist 1year ago he told that it will only come half after x-ray , now gums come upon that tooth and having pain and swelling what to do?
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Hello, it is a case of pericoronitis due to impaction where the tooth is not erupted properly so u can get this tooth extracted and for further assistance visit a dentist asap.
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Wisdom tooth will require extraction. Book for video consultation with me or visit my clinic
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Pericoronitis
Visit dentist
Salt water gargle
Brush twice
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If you’re experiencing pain while chewing due to gum irritation around the wisdom tooth, it’s important to consult with a dentist for proper evaluation, treatment after an X-ray. Depending on the cause and severity of the issue, options may include:
1. Wisdom tooth extraction: In some cases, if the wisdom tooth is causing persistent problems, extraction may be recommended to alleviate the pain and prevent further complications. ( Only if the X-ray shows that there’s no space for it or it’s angulated in a way that it might damage adjacent tooth.)
2. Operculectomy (if extraction is not needed): is a dental procedure performed to remove the operculum, which is the flap of gum tissue that sometimes partially covers an erupting tooth, commonly a wisdom tooth.It allows the tooth to fully emerge and reducing the risk of infection and discomfort. Operculectomy can help alleviate symptoms associated with impacted or partially erupted wisdom teeth. It’s important to consult with a dental professional to determine if an operculectomy is necessary in your case.
Meanwhile you can do following things:
1. Warm saltwater rinse: Rinsing your mouth with warm saltwater can help reduce inflammation and promote healing.
2. Topical numbing gel: Applying a numbing gel directly to the affected area can provide temporary relief from pain.
3. Antibiotics: If there is an infection present, your dentist may prescribe antibiotics to clear it up.
Next Steps
Get an X-ray done
Health Tips
Maintain good oral hygiene and avoid eating from that side
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Hello!
Get it extracted
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Hello
Please get the wisdom tooth extracted
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Get your wisdom tooth extracted
Next Steps
Need to consult an oral surgeon
Health Tips
Applying antiseptic gel and using mouth wash might give you temporary relief for a while
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Dr. Dhiraj Kumar
Dental Surgeon
10 yrs exp
Delhi
Looks like Pericoronitis.
Maintain oral hygiene.
Warm saline rinses thrice a day.
Do visit a local dentist for physical evaluation, x ray, medication and treatment (as required).
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Warm saline rinses thrice a day.
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
Please share X-ray OPG. It is advisable for you to extract the wisdom tooth.
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