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Swelling near wisdom teeth
I have a swelling near wisdom teeth. Its paining as well. It feels similar to a blood clot.
I accidentally did some damage with toothpick.
Wanted to know if its severe? Should i consult a dentist?
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Go for opg xray
Visit your dental surgeon soon
Do warm saline rinses.
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Yes you should see a dentist
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Keep the area clean
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Do not bite from that side
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Should definitely consult a doctor for proper medication.
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Do warm saline rinses for 2-3 times a day, as the area is inflamed due to injury.
This will reduce the inflammation and give you some relief.
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May be its impacted kindly take an opg x ray n visit nearby dentist
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It seems your wisdom tooth is not properly erupted, it is very common thing, must visit dentist nearby you.
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use mouthwash hexidin
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Ice pack pressure intermittently extra-orally over the swelled region.
Soft diet. Luke warm water gargle.
Combiflam painkiller after food with antacid before food.
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