What are the signs that indicate a wisdom tooth is erupting?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am 18 years old. I am experiencing pain at the back of my right lower gum. I guess it is due to a growing wisdom tooth. I already have a grown wisdom tooth on the left side, which is healthy and I never felt the need to get it removed. I also find it hard to chew, my jaw hurts upon touching. There is no swelling so far but it is hard to open the mouth. Do I need to get the tooth removed or shall I just rinse and gargle with lukewarm water?

Kindly help.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

As you have mentioned, you are experiencing pain at the back of your right lower gum, and think it may be due to growing wisdom teeth. I advise that you wait for the tooth to erupt. Usually, wisdom teeth start to erupt at the age of 17 to 25 years. It may take a while for the tooth to fully erupt into the oral cavity.

For the pain, you can rinse your mouth with lukewarm saltwater three to four times a day. If the pain is too much to handle, then you can Cipzox (Diclofenac 50 mg), one tablet after food.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.