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Wisdom teeth problem
Gums are swelling now near wisdom teeth that is painful and teeth are not properly coming out.what are the recommendations for this.plz suggest me.
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Get x-ray done and plan for extraction.
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U can do warm saline mouth washes till that time. Consult dentist
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Hello sir...
The gum swelling is medically called as PERICORONITIS....
WISDOM TOOTH is tooth that fails to erupt in its normal position in the given period of time because of lack of space....
COMPLICATION OF WISDOM TOOT
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This problem occurs, if there is lack of space for the wisdom tooth to grow... It's always better to extract that particular wisdom tooth because whatever medications you take also, it will just give you temporary relief...
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To reduce gum swelling do warm saline gargle...
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Dr. Nilesh Patil
Implantologist
17 yrs exp
Pune
Hi....You need to visit nearby dentist for proper diagnosis. Wisdom tooth causing discomfort and pain is advised to get extracted as medication only provides with temporary relief.
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