Every individual wants to have better oral health that can help them to eat any food comfortably. However, any pain related to the oral troubles people feel discomfort. The eruption of the wisdom teeth is another such dental issue that causes pain during the eruption and growing phase.
Wisdom teeth are the last set of teeth that erupts in the mouth. In most cases, the eruption of the wisdom teeth is found to be a painful process due to several reasons. A dentist can help you out to solve the complications related to wisdom teeth growth easily.
What is the purpose of wisdom teeth?
There are many speculations and understanding about wisdom teeth growth across the world. However, according to research by experts, it is found that the eruption is the result of the wisdom teeth processed by our ancestors since long ago.
Although today our food is softer and can be easily chewed with the teeth, the ancient days’ food was a little harder than needed strong and wider teeth to chew. The wisdom teeth that grow at the backside are stronger than can chew the harder food comfortably. Also, the growth of the wisdom teeth provides full support for the jawbone in the mouth.
How much time does it take for wisdom teeth to come out?
The usual time when the wisdom teeth start erupting in the mouth is between the ages of 16 to 22 years. These teeth are called wisdom teeth because they come in a more mature age. In some cases, the age may also be a little early or later than this. Here, the wisdom teeth start giving the symptoms like pain in the teeth, gums, and other complications near the wisdom teeth area while chewing the food.
Should we extract wisdom teeth?
It is observed that in most cases, the wisdom teeth are removed due to the pain it causes during its growing phase. However, in some situations, they can be kept when they do not give enough pain during the growing phase.
Avoid wisdom tooth extraction when:
When the wisdom tooth grows in the normal way, it is better to avoid tooth extraction. Here, the growth of the tooth is in the straight direction and while growing it does not cause pressure on nearby teeth. Moreover, it does not cause much pain during the eruption and growing phase.
Doing tooth extraction when:
When the eruption of the wisdom tooth causes pain in the gums and it causes more discomfort while growing then it causes the tooth extraction. In many situations, it causes pain while chewing food and discomfort while smiling. These aspects are very problematic that cause more discomfort that needs a tooth extraction.
What are the complications connected with wisdom teeth?
Wisdom teeth eruption and growth have shown many complications.
Here are some of the complications connected with wisdom teeth:
- As the wisdom tooth grows in the backside of the teeth set, there is little space for the growth of the teeth.
- It causes pain in the gum areas of the wisdom teeth.
- The initial phase of the tooth eruption causes the food to easily get trapped.
- Irregularity in the direction of the tooth growth makes it uncomfortable for the nearby teeth.
- There is an infection around the nearby areas of the wisdom teeth that is more painful.
- It becomes difficult to brush the wisdom tooth that increases bacteria levels.
How long does it take to heal the wisdom tooth pain?
There can be many variations in the healing process of wisdom tooth pain. Some people might take a lesser duration for healing, while some may take a longer duration for healing. Generally, the healing after the wisdom tooth extraction can be achieved within 4 to 5 days. However, if there is more swelling then it can take a longer duration. However, after two weeks there can be nice healing that can give a more comfortable experience.
Wisdom tooth pain is one of the most commonly experienced and it is better to take necessary care till proper healing. Visiting the dentist after getting wisdom tooth pain is always better. The dentist can give proper suggestions and treatment for it. Make sure that you take all necessary care to increase the pace of healing.
Expert's Opinions
- Dr. Rupali Gujar Dental Director of Sabka dentist says "The growth of the wisdom teeth is a painful process in many cases. Dental experts will suggest either keeping or removing the wisdom teeth as per the condition. The lack of space is a primary reason for the pain. The discomfort of brushing the back teeth is another reason for cavity development in the area."