Impacted Wisdom Teeth

Impacted Wisdom Teeth - Symptoms

Pain on lower jaw usually around the last molar teeth
Decreased mouth opening
Swelling of the gums around the wisdom tooth
Region around the molar may be sensitive and painful to touch
Swollen lymph nodes
In severe cases, facial swelling, fever, sore throat and difficulty breathing may accompany wisdom tooth infection

Impacted Wisdom Teeth - Other Information

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Causes and Risk Factors

Dentistry,

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery,

Periodontal Disease

Article contributed by Endodontics, Department of Restorative Dentistry

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