Your upper and lower jaws have wisdom teeth.During the late teenage years or early twenties, the last teeth erupt in your mouth.If there isn't enough space for wisdom teeth in the mouth or if they grow at odd angles, they can cause pain.If you feel like your wisdom teeth are coming in, then you need to see a dentist to make sure there's no problem.
Step 1: Don't expect a lot of symptoms.
If wisdom teeth fully erupt through the gums straight, well-spaced and positioned in relation to other teeth, then they don't need to be removed.Some people may not have wisdom teeth.It's only when they partially erupt, lack enough space, grow crooked and get infections that they become problematic and need to be removed.Everyone has wisdom teeth.They may only partially erupt, or they may be completely hidden.People between the ages of 16 and 19 should have their wisdom teeth evaluated by a dentist.If your wisdom teeth are problematic, the longer they stay in your mouth the harder it will be to remove them.
Step 2: It's a good idea to look out for gum or jaw pain.
Mild symptoms can be caused by wisdom teeth that erupt normally.Look for mild pain, a feeling of pressure, or dull throbbing in the gums near the opening of your throat or jaw.The sensitive tissues that make up your gums can be irritated byrupting teeth.The wisdom teeth can cut into delicate gum tissues if they are crowded and grow crooked.Mild pain for some may be intolerable for others.If you have pain in your wisdom teeth, give it some time to go away and see your dentist.You may experience the same pain for a few days every three to five months because wisdom teeth are not continuous.The wisdom tooth eruption can affect the bone position of the other teeth.The wisdom teeth can become trapped or impacted if they are not able to erupt normally.The risk of infections is increased by this.If you have a habit of grinding or clenching your teeth at night, the pain from wisdom teeth can get worse.The pain caused by wisdom teeth can be worsened by chewing gum.While the pain typically goes away without professional intervention, there are a variety of ways to help ease it.
Step 3: You should watch for redness and swelling.
Wisdom teeth can cause redness and swelling in the gingiva.It is possible to feel the swollen gums with your tongue.They make it difficult to chew food.While looking in a mirror, shine a small penlight into your mouth.Wisdom teeth are the last teeth in a row.The top of the teeth should be poking through the gums to see if the tissue is swollen or red.After a week or so, the swelling usually goes away.You could see blood around the wisdom tooth or your saliva could be red.This isn't rare, but it is relatively uncommon.Gum disease, canker sores and mouth trauma are some of the causes of blood.A pericoronal flap is a gum flap over a wisdom tooth.This doesn't usually cause problems.It might be difficult to open your mouth if your rear gum tissue is swollen.For a few days, you may need to drink through a straw.It may be difficult to swallow.If your dentist prescribes an anti- inflammatory medication, you should take it for a few days.Lower wisdom teeth are close to your tonsils, which can make you feel like you have a cold or sore throat.
Step 4: You should be on the lookout for an infectious disease.
Wisdom teeth that grow crooked and partially erupted greatly increase the risk of an infection.Impacted and crooked wisdom teeth can create little pockets of space underneath the gum around the tooth, which can lead to infections.There are a number of signs of a wisdom tooth that can be seen.A dull ache and occasional sharp and shooting pains are the type of pain associated with a wisdom tooth.Pus is made from white blood cells of the immune system.The specialized cells rush to the site to kill thebacteria and die.Bad breath can be caused by trapped and rotting food.
Step 5: Take a look at your front teeth.
If your wisdom teeth become impacted within your jaw bone, they may not cause pain or other noticeable symptoms.With some time, they often start to crowd other teeth and push them out of alignment.The domino effect can eventually affect your teeth that are visible when you smile.If you notice that your front teeth are getting crooked or twisted, compare your current smile to older photographs.Your dentist may recommend removing your wisdom teeth if they are pushing others out of place.After a few weeks or months after wisdom teeth are removed, other crooked teeth can be realigned.
Step 6: Pain and swelling are not normal.
Chronic pain and swelling is not normal with erupting wisdom teeth.Wisdom teeth that are fully grown above the gum line don't usually cause a lot of pain or swelling.Wisdom teeth that remain in the jaw bone are more prone to severe pain and inflammation that lasts for more than a few weeks.Wisdom teeth that have been impacted should be removed.Wisdom teeth that cause pain and swelling are more likely to be impacted by people with small jaws and mouths.Although impacted wisdom teeth might not cause symptoms, they can promote decay in other teeth or surrounding gum tissue that can lead to long-term pain.Depending on your pain tolerance and ability to be patient, you can decide when to go to the dentist.If you can't sleep for more than three to five days because of the pain, then you should have your teeth checked out.
Step 7: You can massage your teeth with ice.
Relief can be provided by massaging a clean finger back and forth or in small circles over your tender gums.If you rub too hard, you could cause more irritation, swelling and/or bleeding.If you can tolerate it, use an ice cube to dull the pain.The ice will feel cold initially, but the tissue around the wisdom tooth should get numb within a few minutes.It is possible to use ice three to five times a day.It's a good idea to trim your fingernails and use alcohol wipes on your finger in order to prevent the transfer ofbacteria onto your gums.If you don't practice good hygiene, you can make a wisdom tooth worse.Ask your dentist if he can recommend a desensitizing cream for you.Cold compress and sucking on frozen treats can help soothe tender gums.
Step 8: Anti-inflammatories and painkillers can be taken over-the-counter.
Ibuprofen can help combat pain and swelling associated with a wisdom tooth.A strong antipyretic and a good painkiller, acetaminophen (Tylenol) does not impact inflammation.If you want to get the maximum daily dose of both drugs, you should always read the directions.Taking too much ibuprofen can cause damage to the stomach and kidneys, so take the medication with food.It is harmful to take too much acetaminophen.Alcohol and acetaminophen should never be combined.
Step 9: It's a good way to use antiseptic.
Infections and pain in the mouth can be treated with an antiseptic or antibacterial mouthwash.It is possible to keep your mouth free of infections by washing it with chlorhexidine.Ask your doctor for OTC recommendations.If you choose a brand, hold it in your mouth for at least 30 seconds and try to get it to go around the wisdom teeth.It is possible to remove trapped food, plaque or debris by crouching around the pericoronal flaps.Add a half-teaspoon of table salt or sea salt to a cup of warm water to make a natural and inexpensive antiseptic.Gargle for 30 seconds, then spit and repeat three to five times daily.If you want to fight infections in your mouth, Gargling with water, lemon juice, or hydrogen peroxide is a good way to do it.Gums fight with the inflammatory process when Wormwood tea is used.