Worried You May Have an Infected Wisdom Tooth?

If you are concerned that you could have an infected wisdom tooth, be sure to contact the office of your dentist or oral surgeon as soon as possible. This is not the type of thing that you would want to wait around for to see if it gets better on it’s own. Plus, it goes without saying that this sort of thing can become quite painful…sometimes unbearable.

Your dentist or oral surgeon will be able to provide you with a concrete diagnosis to put your mind at ease, one way or the other.  And if you need antibiotics, they can write you a prescription so you can get moving on the path to healing.

What are the signs that may indicate that you have an infection?

  • Pain where the tooth is
  • Headaches
  • Neck pain
  • Throat pain
  • Swollen lymph glands
  • Jaw pain
  • Swelling of your face and/or jaw
  • Bad breath
  • Unpleasant taste in your mouth
  • Pus drainage

Will You Have to Get Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?

If you have an infection, it can get cleared up with antibiotics, of course … but your dentist may recommend that you have your wisdom teeth removed to prevent future problems.

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Wondering if You Have a Wisdom Tooth Infection?

The first thing you should do if you think you may have a wisdom tooth infection would be to contact your dentist or oral surgeon.  They will be able to give you a concrete diagnosis to see if it is definitely an infection or see if some other type of dental issue may be causing problems. They would then be able to start you on a course of treatment such as antibiotics.

This is nothing to take your time with, as it can get worse…not to mention, the pain can become unbearable and the whole experience can just make your days unpleasant.

The first sign that you may have a wisdom tooth infection would the obvious – pain in the area where the tooth is. You may also end up experiencing headaches, neck and throat pain, swollen lymph glands under the jaw, and jaw pain.  And if that wasn’t enough, add on the possibility of bad breath, bad taste in your mouth, pus drainage, and swelling of the face and jaw.

As you can imagine, it would also be very uncomfortable and difficult to eat, not to mention negatively affect your appetite.

In addition to antibiotics, your dentist or oral surgeon will also be able to recommend the best type of pain relievers and numbing gels that you would be able to buy at your local drugstore. You may also find some relief by gargling salt water.

Will You Have to Get Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?

An infection can get cleared up, however, if you are already having issues with like this, it would be a wise idea to have your wisdom teeth removed or you may find yourself dealing with recurring infections.

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