Swelling gums with lots of pain
Patient: i am 24 years old male have swelling in gums in left down 7th teethfrom last 3 days there is about to grow another teeth in position no 8 wthere is lots of pain what should i do now i am 24 years old male have swelling in gums in left down 7th teeth from last 3 days there is about to grow another teeth in position no 8. there is lots of pain what should i do now? Doctor: Hi,     You have an impacted third molar tooth. The condition is known as pericoronitis. It is an inflammation of the gums around the tooth. You have to get an OPG xray taken and your dentist can identify the actual position of the tooth. If the tooth is angulated it will have to be removed surgically and the problem will get resolved. Use salt water gargle 4-5 times a day and consult a Oral and Maxillo-facial surgeon at the earliest.