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Pain in lower jaw
Treatment for pericoronitis , started with cheek bite ,taken lots of antibiotics , analgesic .
More than one week pain still persists
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If the problem is still persisting either go for excision of gum flap overlying the tooth or go for extraction of that tooth.
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Get the excess gum removed!
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Hello,the treatment for pericoronitis is surgical removal of the wisdom tooth.
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Dr. Mukesh Chute
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Pune
Main cause of pericoronitis is erupting/erupted wisdom tooth (Impacted).
Next Steps
Visit your Dentist so that ur Dental Xray can b done and treatment planned accordingly
Health Tips
Avoid chewing from affected side. Maintain oral hygiene. Avoid eating hard food.
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