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As an adult, the only time you might expect to deal with teething is when your little one cuts their first tooth. Unfortunately, since the human body has evolved over the years to develop wisdom teeth, you might also be left with a little teething of your own, which can cause a lot of wisdom teeth pain. Here are three signs of trouble with new wisdom teeth, and why your dentist might recommend taking them out.  

Inflamed Gum Tissue 

One of the main causes of wisdom teeth pain is inflamed gum tissue. As the wisdom teeth start trying to pass through the gums, they can make the entire area tender, swollen, and painful, which can make it hard to talk and chew. Occasionally, the wisdom teeth become stuck or impacted, which can cause ongoing wisdom teeth pain and inflammation. If this is the case for you, your dentist may recommend having the wisdom teeth removed to soothe your symptoms.

Oral Infections

wisdom teeth Unfortunately, once the wisdom teeth start to erupt, it allows bacteria to pass through the gum tissue, which can spark large infections. These infections can be serious enough to impact your overall health, since bacteria can seep into your bloodstream and create systemic inflammation. If you have been struggling with dental pain and your back jaw is warm to the touch, tender, and swollen, you may have an infection that needs to be treated immediately.

Foul Taste in Mouth

The bacteria that breed during oral infections also tend to create volatile organic compounds, giving you bad breath and a foul taste in your mouth. If you have noticed that food has been tasting strangely and swollen, tender areas aren’t getting any better, talk with your dentist right away.

 

If you still have your wisdom teeth and you have started to experience problems, contact Pfeiffer Family Dentistry in Fort Thomas, KY. In addition to helping patients with emergency dental needs and oral surgery, these dedicated professionals can also help with cosmetic dentistry, general restorations, and even periodontal disease treatment. For more information about their services, visit their website or call (859) 441-1900.

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