Wisdom teeth, also referred to as third molars, can cause lots of pain when some people reach their late teens or early twenties. By the time the wisdom teeth emerge, a person will already have 28 adult teeth in place, so that they really define the term ‘late-comers’ well. Either they can grow partially, or can just emerge at an angle, two on each jaw. These are the reasons why you have to find yourself a dentist who is qualified in dealing with third molars if you’re having problems with yours.

People fear going for checkups even when they’re okay let alone when they’ve a problem. Unlike other dental issues that are simpler to treat, wisdom teeth are more difficult and can cause issues both before and after their extraction. Some people’s wisdom teeth pop up without causing pain or discomfort. But vital to know is that the third molars should be checked as they can hoard infections that cause ailments like cellulitis, benign growths, abscess, tooth decay and gum diseases.

Wisdom teeth can cause pain because they tear through the gums to become exposed. Once your wisdom teeth erupt at an angle, you’ll likely experience pain in nearby teeth. While your wisdom teeth might not be currently causing your pain, they can preset future problems at any point. Also remember that although medicine or natural remedies can provide some relief, this relief is just temporary.

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After wisdom tooth removal, many people might have an issue with decay in the surrounding teeth. Gum severe ailment can wreak havoc on your smile and confidence. Steer clear of the embarrassment that comes with having a dingy smile by seeing your dentist for an examination and a cleaning. Ensure you have the right medical professional, however, because you could have more serious dental problems than bad breath or an ugly smile if you see someone who isn’t qualified.

You can receive serious nerve damage if you have a poorly performed wisdom tooth removal. Symptoms may include numbness or tingling in the areas surrounding your teeth. These are very rare cases though every time a nerve is damaged, it can lead to a permanent problem if you don’t seek treatment early. However, you can mitigate or treat any nerve damage sustained in wisdom tooth surgery with endodontic or root canal therapy.

You should bear in mind that a dry socket can occur in 2% of normal tooth extractions. That said, if the surgery you receive is a wisdom tooth removal, the dry socket rate changes to 30% of the time. Dry socket is not categorized as an infection thus you should not expect symptoms like fever, redness or swelling.

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