What should I do about inflamed wisdom teeth during pregnancy?

Sep 13, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I've had inflammation of my wisdom tooth recently, but I'm also pregnant and don't know how to treat it. What should I do about wisdom tooth inflammation during pregnancy?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Liwen
Pregnancy-related inflammation of wisdom teeth is generally treated with medications and irrigation. If the wisdom tooth is growing in a normal direction and there is pus discharge, the periodontal pocket can be thoroughly flushed with hydrogen peroxide solution and normal saline, followed by application of iodine glycerin or similar agents. When the wisdom tooth is mesially or horizontally impacted, causing gum papilla swelling, it is important to brush and rinse the mouth promptly, and use dental floss, water flossers, or similar tools to remove food debris.