2018年12月18日 · If you have a wisdom tooth infection, you’ll need treatment from a dentist. But not all pain is the result of a tooth infection. Below we discuss treatments for wisdom teeth infection...

2023年6月26日 · Symptoms of a wisdom tooth infection include pain, swelling, difficulty chewing or opening the mouth, fever, and more. Treatments may include antiseptic mouthwash and antibiotics.

2022年9月11日 · Pericoronitis is inflammation of the gum tissue around your wisdom teeth. This can happen when a tooth is still partially impacted. Pericoronitis symptoms range from mild to severe and may include bad breath, pus and facial swelling. Left untreated, pericoronitis can be dangerous. Prompt care is essential. What is pericoronitis?

2024年12月11日 · In this article, we’ll explore the symptoms, causes, and treatments for infected wisdom teeth to help you identify when it’s time to schedule an appointment with your dentist. You may experience one or several symptoms if a wisdom tooth becomes infected.

Overall, impacted wisdom teeth, poor oral hygiene, bacterial overgrowth, and secondary infections from nearby teeth are common causes of wisdom tooth infections. Understanding these causes can help individuals take proactive measures to prevent or address potential infections.

2022年11月4日 · Partially erupted wisdom teeth are prone to infections of the surrounding gums and soft tissues which can produce even more pain. This condition known as pericoronitis. It is possible for such infections to spread to areas of the face, neck, and the sinuses. In this article, we will address the following questions: What is pericoronitis?

2024年6月26日 · Wisdom teeth are the very last set of molars to come in at the back of your mouth, usually in your late teens or early twenties. But sometimes, they don’t have space to emerge properly, causing other issues like infection. Let’s discuss this and how you can identify and treat infected wisdom teeth.

In this article, we discuss what you need to know about wisdom tooth infections. A wisdom tooth infection, also known as pericoronitis, occurs when the wisdom teeth, also called third molars, become impacted or partially erupted and cause inflammation or infection in …

Today, we’ll take a closer look at wisdom tooth infection, including symptoms, potential treatment methods, and everything else you need to know. What Causes Wisdom Tooth Infection? Adults have 32 total teeth : eight incisors, four canines, eight premolars, and 12 molars.