{"id":293,"date":"2025-09-01T17:47:34","date_gmt":"2025-09-01T17:47:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentexgroup.com\/blog\/?p=293"},"modified":"2025-10-03T17:49:21","modified_gmt":"2025-10-03T17:49:21","slug":"3-causes-widsom-tooth-pain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentexgroup.com\/blog\/2025\/09\/01\/3-causes-widsom-tooth-pain\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Different Causes of Wisdom Tooth Pain"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentexgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"Woman rubbing her jaw because of wisdom tooth pain\" class=\"wp-image-294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentexgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.dentexgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image.png 578w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentexgroup.com\/wisdom-teeth-extractions.html\">Wisdom teeth<\/a> are often associated with teenage extractions, but they can grow in as late as 25 years old. When they do, you might experience some discomfort. For many, this is a sign that something\u2019s not quite right with their third molars. It\u2019s possible that one of three things is happening, and to learn more, you just have to keep scrolling!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1. Impaction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If a tooth is \u201cimpacted,\u201d that means it\u2019s either fully or partially trapped below the gumline. Maybe your third molar is simply struggling to emerge properly, or maybe another tooth is blocking its path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regardless of the situation, impaction can cause quite a bit of pain and is typically uncomfortable for both the patient and their gums. In severe cases, the pressure of a wisdom tooth that can\u2019t erupt can damage the jawbone or nearby nerves, so it\u2019s often best to remove the molar altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2. Overcrowding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For some reason that scientists aren\u2019t 100% sure about, most people don\u2019t actually have enough room in their mouths for a third set of molars. The current theory is that humans <em>used <\/em>to have much larger jaws that could support wisdom teeth, but after utensils were introduced, mouths evolved to be narrower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In any case, many wisdom teeth have to push other pearly whites aside in order to \u201cmove in,\u201d and whether they do successfully or not, it can hurt!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3. Dental Infection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since third molars have a tendency to bulldoze their way to the surface, they can create pockets in your gums or crannies between your teeth that easily collect bacteria. You might have trouble thoroughly cleaning these areas due to misalignment or simply being unable to reach them with a normal toothbrush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over time, bacteria accumulation can lead to cavities, gum disease, and other dental infections. Needless to say, your mouth will become pretty irritated if this happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Relieving Your Wisdom Tooth Pain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>About 85% of Americans have to have at least one wisdom tooth extracted due to complications like these. Ibuprofen and other over-the-counter pain medications might provide temporary relief, but for the vast majority of people, the most permanent solution to their discomfort is to remove their third molars. Rest assured, if your dentist recommends extraction, they\u2019ll numb your mouth with a very effective anesthetic. As many patients could tell you, treatment is well worth it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentexgroup.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">skilled and compassionate dentists<\/a> at Dentex Dental of Philadelphia work together to make sure our patients receive the best care possible. When you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentexgroup.com\/contact.html\">contact us<\/a> for wisdom tooth pain, our team will take X-rays and thoroughly examine your mouth to get a good understanding of what\u2019s causing your discomfort. They\u2019ll then review their findings with you and keep you well-informed about your treatment options. To schedule an appointment and remove the source of your pain, call 215-677-3904.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wisdom teeth are often associated with teenage extractions, but they can grow in as late as 25 years old. When they do, you might experience some discomfort. 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