What to do if the gum inflamed near the wisdom tooth

Wisdom teeth - the 8th tooth in a row (the common name “Eight”), the third molar (12 in total), usually erupt at the age of 14–25 years (sometimes later, less often earlier, sometimes not erupted - remain impacted). Not completely cut teeth are called “polyurethinized”

Currently it is customary to believethat the third molar is a vestigial organ due to a change in diet (decrease in the consumption of solid and hard foods). In confirmation of this, there has recently been an increase in the absence of an embryo of this tooth, the primary edentulous third molar. Dystopia, retention and, often, the nonphysiological form of the crown and roots of this tooth also testify to this.

This problem should be considered in two different planes:

1. when the wisdom tooth has not yet erupted;
2. when the gum is inflamed in a long-growing wisdom tooth.

Let us consider these situations in more detail.

Inflammation of the gums when teething the wisdom

Everyone knows that wisdom teeth (in a different way - eights), which standardly appear between the ages of 18 and 25, bring a lot of concern to their owner. This process is often accompanied by fever, malaise, pain syndromes., Swelling of the gums. Moreover, the later eruption occurs, the more painful the process.

What is the reason for this?

1. The gum at this age has a dense structure, so that it needs to be cut through it, the tooth tries to cope with this process. Slight tissue swelling, swelling and redness are the norm in this process, and inflammation is already talking about infection.
2. In an adult, the jaw is already formed and the last tooth simply does not have enough space. Therefore, he has to adapt, and he grows dystopirovanno - leans in one direction or another. Usually the slope goes in the direction of the 7th tooth, which leads to a carious process and the resorption of the roots of the 7th tooth.
3. If the inclination is carried out towards the cheek, then it often injures the cheek and it swells up. This hurts the throat and disrupts the process of swallowing.
4. When an eight appears, orthodontic problems are often observed due to the shift of the entire dentition and crowding.
5. A common phenomenon in the eruption of the wisdom tooth is the presence of the so-called hood. This is when he can not completely cut through the gum and a fold is formed on the mucous membrane, under which food remains, which provokes the development of the microbial environment and the subsequent inflammatory process - pericoronitis. If there is such a problem, the intervention of the dentist is necessary, only surgical treatment can save you from any trouble.

The question is, if so much problems with this tooth, then why is he even needed, especially since he does not participate in the chewing process. In addition, its inconvenient location leads to its rapid destruction due to inaccessibility for hygiene procedures. And yet, if the tooth is healthy and properly grown, do not rush to remove it. In old age, the eight are the main support for oral prosthetics.

When wisdom tooth is removed according to indications

The question of the preservation of Eights decides the doctor, and there are several reasons when dentists strongly recommend removing them.

• When the x-ray doctor sees the risk of an inflammatory process, especially in the direction of the 7th neighbor.
• Removal is indicated when treatment is carried out with dental implants. Here, the doctor also removes the risk of inflammation, because the treatment of the last teeth is extremely problematic.
• When the tooth is very uncomfortable, and it can not be treated.
• When the eight has curves and the wrong channels are also resistant to treatment.

In this case, the dental surgeon recommends its planned removal.

First aid for inflammation of the gums of the wisdom tooth

If there is no “hood,” but simply the gum began to swell around the wisdom tooth, then it is still better to go to the doctor, but you can give yourself first aid.

Medicinal help

1. It is possible to take in oral anti-inflammatory drugs such as "Nurafen", "Solpadein", "Ibuprofen" to soothe the pain syndrome.
2. Apply mouth rinse with chlorhexidine solution at a concentration of 0.5%.

Folk recipes

From folk remedies popular help in case of a swollen gum, rinsing with an ordinary soda solution is considered. On a glass of warm water take a spoonful of soda and 1 drop of iodine. Soda relieves a little pain, and iodine acts as an antiseptic.

Besides, rinse can be applied from the infusion of medicinal herbs with anti-inflammatory properties. This is chamomile, sage, calendula.

Sometimes even just toothpaste dulls the pain for a while.

What not to do

There are a number of categorical contraindications when providing first aid for inflammation of the gums near the eight.

• Do not perform warming procedures, apply heat.
• You can not push, pick, trying to remove pus from the gums.
• Do not rub ointment, gels and folk remedies such as onions, garlic, and analgesics into the sore spot.
• You can not numb alcohol and rinse them.
• Reception of antibiotics is also excluded, only a doctor prescribes serious treatment.

Need to understand that some pain relief - short-term solution to the problem. Hike to the dentist should not be postponed for long, so as not to get all sorts of complications in the form of various abscesses and phlegmon.

Inflammation of the gums in a long-erupted wisdom tooth

Eight, as well as other teeth, can hurt, and inflammation of the gums near it can be a manifestation of the following dental pathologies:

1. Periodontitis Inflammation of peri-root tissues causes their swelling, fragility and is accompanied by the formation of purulent fistulas. The nature of the disease - infectious, may occur as a consequence of unhealed pulpitis, osteomyelitis or sinusitis.
2. Gingivitis. Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the gums, without damaging effects on the periodontal joint. The gums swell, swell up, become bright red, sometimes to blue, white scurf and bad breath appear on it. The reason is improper care for the oral cavity, hormonal disruptions in the body and just injury.
3. Periodontitis Inflammation of the circulatory tissue, which is accompanied by swelling, bleeding of the gums, the tooth becomes bare, begins to stagger and hurts when biting. Gums can swell up a lot. The disease usually develops on the background of an unbalanced diet, as a consequence of neglected gingivitis, poor oral hygiene and poor prosthetics.

Whatever serve cause gingivitis about the wisdom tooth - the help of a dentist will be needed. Do not try to relieve inflammation yourself, it is better not to delay the visit to the clinic.

Prevention of gingivitis

There are a number of very simple tips that work well in the prevention of dental inflammatory processes.

1. Thorough oral hygiene, regular regular teeth brushing 2 times a day.
2. The use of highly effective toothpastes and brushing at intervals of 3-4 months.
3. Periodic intake of vitamins, especially group "C" with both food and multivitamin complexes.
4. Useful massage gums with a slight movement of the index finger and thumb.
5. Refusal of bad habits and more outdoor recreation also contributes not only to the general health of the body, but also to the solution of dental problems.

Take care of your teeth, for this at least once a year Be sure to visit the dental clinic.

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