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Developing wisdom teeth gives occasional pains. What should I do?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am 17, and my wisdom teeth started developing from more than six months, I get sudden occasion pains, it is more like pulsating, the pain feels so bad, and it makes my whole jaw ache, I cannot even eat for one to two days properly. The pains are so sharp, and I can see my wisdom teeth coming out like a halfway through, it is so painful, what should I do?

Answered by Dr. Iyer Parth Laxminarayan

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Iyer Parth Laxminarayan is an experienced Dental Surgeon with expertise in restorative dentistry, cosmetic procedures, oral surgery, and preventive dental care. He is skilled in managing complex dental conditions with precision and care, ensuring patient comfort and long-term oral health. Dr. Laxminarayan is committed to delivering personalized, high-quality dental treatments using advanced techniques to enhance both function and aesthetics.

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Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern. The wisdom tooth usually has abnormal size, shape, and erupting pattern, which can lead to the inflammation of the surrounding soft tissue or gums. This is known as pericoronitis and often involves difficulty in chewing cheek bites, and ulcers. The most straightforward line of treatment is to go for extraction. Since you have given enough time for eruption, now it's better not to wait. Using topical anesthetic gel (to apply on gums) and lukewarm saline gargle may help you temporarily ease your symptoms. I hope it helps you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Nithila. A
Published At July 24, 2019
Reviewed At July 7, 2025

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Iyer Parth Laxminarayan is an experienced Dental Surgeon with expertise in restorative dentistry, cosmetic procedures, oral surgery, and preventive dental care. He is skilled in managing complex dental conditions with precision and care, ensuring patient comfort and long-term oral health. Dr. Laxminarayan is committed to delivering personalized, high-quality dental treatments using advanced techniques to enhance both function and aesthetics.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Nithila A is a Dental Surgeon specializing in providing comprehensive oral healthcare. She focuses on preventive care, routine dental treatments, and patient education to maintain optimal oral health. Known for her compassionate and patient-centered approach, she ensures comfortable and effective dental care tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Iyer Parth Laxminarayan is an experienced Dental Surgeon with expertise in restorative dentistry, cosmetic procedures, oral surgery, and preventive dental care. He is skilled in managing complex dental conditions with precision and care, ensuring patient comfort and long-term oral health. Dr. Laxminarayan is committed to delivering personalized, high-quality dental treatments using advanced techniques to enhance both function and aesthetics.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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