Are you worried that your wisdom teeth might start to come out? If so, you should pay close attention to them. Wisdom teeth that have grown in improperly can cause serious dental issues later on.
What are some signs of wisdom teeth coming in to prepare yourself for?
If you are waiting for your wisdom teeth to grow in, then don’t worry. Here are some signs that those wisdom teeth are about to come out!
Irritated Gums
Irritated gums are a big sign that your child’s wisdom teeth may be coming in. As the teeth push out from the gums, they can cause irritation and pain, particularly at the back of the mouth.
The gumline at the back of the mouth may also become red and swollen, and you may have tender gums for a while. This is a natural part of the process, so don’t worry! It just means that the wisdom teeth are trying to push their way through the gums and into the mouth.
Pain in Jaw, Mouth, or Frequent Headaches
Pain in the mouth, jaw, and head is a common occurrence as wisdom teeth emerge. Jaw pain is especially common as the wisdom teeth align themselves very close to the jawbone socket.
If you begin to notice pain in your mouth near the back of your mouth, that’s likely your wisdom teeth attempting to grow in. This is especially true if more than one wisdom tooth is growing at the same time.
Biting Your Cheek or Tongue
As your mouth starts to change and make way for the new teeth growing in, you may notice that you’re biting your tongue and cheek on accident. This is not an uncommon scenario. Until you are more used to how your wisdom teeth fit into your mouth, you may misjudge the way you chew your food or speak, leading to accidental bites on your tongue and the inside of your cheek.
Bad Breath
Many dental issues can lead to bad breath, and impacted wisdom teeth are no exception. As your wisdom teeth wait to emerge, they may start to harbor bacteria in small air pockets in your gums over time; these bacteria cause bad breath.
If you notice bad breath that won’t go away, especially with a bad taste in the back of your mouth or other signs listed above, your wisdom teeth may be trying to grow in. You should visit a dentist right away to see if there are problems with your wisdom teeth.
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Check for Signs of Wisdom Teeth Coming In
If you have experienced any of the above symptoms recently, then you should schedule a visit with your dentist right away. It’s important to make sure that the last of your permanent teeth are growing in properly!
Have you or someone you know struggled with your wisdom teeth? What was the experience like?
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