Pain and inflammation of gums around the wisdom tooth is called, PERICORONITIS.
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You must ! If you answer 'yes' to the points written, this way.........
Wisdom tooth is partially erupted/ tilted/ not on the same level as the adjacent teeth.
Inability to chew on the side that is affected.
Overlying Operculum- If the gum around the wisdom tooth is red, swollen, infected with pus, and tender on touch.
Trismus- difficulty to open your mouth, wide.
Sometimes -swelling is seen over the middle third of the face, associated with mild fever and dullness.
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WHY ME?
WHY AM I NOT PAIN FREE ?
The reasons my dear, are for you to see :
Poor oral hygiene : Improper brushing and food lodgement leading to gum infection.
Angle in which the wisdom tooth is erupting.
Over erupted Upper teeth, that traumatize the cheek and gums, while chewing.
TREATMENT :
Treat me right,
Until my pain is out of sight !!
The treatment varies for every patient depending on severity, cause of problem, radiographic (x ray) examination.
Infection and pain is first treated using antibiotics and analgesics(pain killers), and a detailed examination is done before a confirmatory treatment is given.
Painless - If the problem is an over grown gum- it is cut surgically or using a laser.
If the problem lies primarily in the wisdom tooth's angulation or eruption, the tooth might have to removed.
A mouth wash that contains -Cholrohexidine can be used twice daily for 15 days, even 4 rinses with warm water with a pinch of salt added to it can help cleanse your mouth.
Over the counter mild analgesic (Paracetomol - 500mg for adults) can be taken twice a day, for not more than three days, if the pain is severe and you are unable to schedule an appointment with the dentist due to unforseen emergencies.
Though the above remedy might bring you temporary relief for a day or two, it is compulsory that you schedule your appointment at the earliest with the dentist and undergo the treatment advised to completely eliminate the problem.
Wishing you a hassle free smile, for times ahead.
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