How to relieve swelling and pain caused by inflamed wisdom teeth

Dec 21, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Liu Chao

Introduction

Under normal circumstances, inflammation, swelling, and pain in wisdom teeth may be related to insufficient space for wisdom tooth growth, food residue accumulation, decreased immunity, local injury, periodontitis, and other causes. Patients can relieve symptoms through improved oral hygiene and medication. It is recommended that patients seek timely medical attention at a hospital and follow the doctor's instructions for treatment. In daily life, patients should work to enhance their overall immunity.

　　Under normal circumstances, inflammation, swelling, and pain in wisdom teeth may be related to insufficient growth space for the wisdom teeth, residual food particles, decreased immunity, local injuries, or periodontitis. Patients can alleviate symptoms through improved oral hygiene and medication. It is recommended that patients promptly visit a hospital and follow medical advice for treatment. A detailed analysis is as follows:

　　1. Insufficient growth space for the wisdom teeth: As the last teeth to erupt in the oral cavity, wisdom teeth often lack sufficient space for growth due to the gradual reduction in human jawbone size. This can lead to impeded growth of the wisdom teeth, subsequently causing inflammation and swelling in the surrounding tissues. If inflammation and pain recur frequently, it is recommended to have a professional dentist evaluate whether removal is necessary after the inflammation subsides.

　　2. Residual food particles: Food debris provides a rich nutrient source for oral bacteria, which produce acidic substances when breaking down the residue, eroding teeth and triggering inflammation. Improved oral hygiene is essential, including the use of dental floss, interdental brushes, and other tools to assist in cleaning the area around the wisdom teeth.

　　3. Decreased immunity: When the body's immunity declines, oral bacteria may more easily invade surrounding tissues of the wisdom teeth, causing infection and resulting in swelling and pain, which may be accompanied by general symptoms such as fatigue and susceptibility to colds. Patients should boost their immunity, maintain regular sleep patterns, and follow a balanced diet. Enhanced oral hygiene and the use of mouthwash or other auxiliary cleaning tools are also recommended.

　　4. Local injury: Oral injuries can compromise the integrity of the oral mucosa, providing an opportunity for bacterial invasion and subsequent infection, which may be accompanied by symptoms such as oral mucosal damage and bleeding. Patients may use amoxicillin capsules, compound borax mouthwash, or compound chlorhexidine mouthwash for local anti-inflammatory treatment as directed by a physician. If the wisdom tooth becomes loose or malpositioned due to injury, removal may be considered.

　　5. Periodontitis: Wisdom teeth often grow in a relatively posterior position in the mouth, making them difficult to clean effectively. Accumulation of food debris and bacteria can lead to periodontitis. Periodontitis may cause redness and swelling of the gums, bleeding, and even abscess formation, resulting in severe pain, which may be accompanied by bad breath, gingival bleeding, and tooth mobility. It is recommended that patients use medications such as metronidazole tablets, tinidazole tablets, or tetracycline tablets under a doctor's guidance to alleviate the condition.

　　In daily life, patients should enhance their overall immunity through balanced nutrition, moderate exercise, and sufficient sleep, which can help reduce episodes of wisdom tooth inflammation and pain.

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