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Swelling in mouth due to 3rd molar
I am having unavoidable pain from last 2 days due to swollen mouth. This is because of 3rd molar is coming out.
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Consult a dentist get a xray done and see whether the tooth is normal or is impacted , if impacted get it removed or if it is erupting normal then find the cause for swelling.
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First get it diagnosed from the dentist and get an X-Ray done. If the third molar is impacted then it needs to be removed otherwise the swollen mouth can be because of number of other reasons.
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get X-Ray done
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As you mentioned above your 3rd molar is coming , its normal to having pain in that area .sometimes it migh cause swelling as well ,
The best treatment for 3rd molar get it extracted(removal)
For timebeing do rineses with luke warm water with pinch of salt 3-4 times a day . For temporary pain relife you can take tab Ketorol dt 2 tablets in half glass of water .
For permanant relive you have to visit your dentist.
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Visit a dentist and discuss your problem. If any doubt, take opinion from other dentist. But no benefit of taking opinion for such problem on such platform.
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Visit dentist in every 6-8 months.
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Get an X-ray done for that tooth to check if it is coming in the proper position. If it is impacted you may require removal of that tooth.
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Consult a dentist asap
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Do hot water gargles with salt and take tablet dolo 650 for pain
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