Wisdom Tooth Removal To Relieve Pain

When one is experiencing pain in the back of the mouth, it may be due to an impacted wisdom tooth. Wisdom teeth can cause discomfort when starting to break through the gums. These teeth are located at the back of the jaw, and they may try to come in when there is no more room. This can cause them to get stuck when beginning to erupt. In most cases, wisdom teeth removal can eliminate pain and further problems.

Wisdom tooth pain

According to the Mayo Clinic, most people with wisdom teeth issues will likely notice pain starting in the late teens or early 20s.

Symptoms

Some symptoms that may indicate the wisdom teeth need to be removed are jaw pain, swelling and bleeding in the gums. Over time, the jaw pain can radiate and cause headaches. Gums may be tender and it may be difficult to open and close the mouth.

Reasons for pain

There are several reasons why wisdom teeth may cause pain. The tooth may not be emerging at the right angle, which can cause the tooth to become impacted. This means it cannot come in all the way, which can cause pain.

Some people do not have a jaw large enough for the wisdom teeth to come in properly. This can be detected with an X-ray, and if identified early, the teeth can be removed before problems occur.

Dentist appointment

When there is pain in the teeth or jaw, a dentist appointment should be made. This will help get a proper diagnosis and will determine if one or more of the wisdom teeth need to be removed. If removal is necessary, then the dentist will likely make a referral to an oral surgeon.

Wisdom tooth removal

Thankfully, getting wisdom teeth removed is a relatively simple process, and it typically only takes a few days of recovery.

Surgery

The surgery will likely take place in an oral surgeon’s office. The operation will typically take less than an hour. If the gums need to be cut open to remove the teeth, dissolvable stitches can be put in, which means a follow-up visit will typically not be required.

Surgery recovery

Once the patient is sent home, gauze should be changed as needed. Staying hydrated is important, but patients should not use a straw for a few days. A soft foods diet should be encouraged for the first few days. Taking it easy for a day or two is recommended so that complications during recovery do not occur.

Patients should avoid smoking during recovery. For the first few days, there may be discomfort that can be treated with over-the-counter painkillers or a prescription from the dentist. With care, painful conditions such as dry socket can be avoided.

Conclusion

Wisdom tooth pain is a common problem for people in the late teens to early 20s. Wisdom teeth removal can help relieve the pain. It is an outpatient procedure, and recovery generally only takes a few days.

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