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Nothing wise about a tooth that wakes you up in the middle of the night. If your back molar is hurting, hurting enough that it’s like sending a message to the world that something is amiss, chances are you have a cavity in your wisdom tooth, and wishing it away and subsisting on soft foods won’t serve to start a fearful process that will continue even with soft foods.
Sincewisdom teethusually hang out in dark corners, they are at risk of getting cavities to move in rent-free. The last thing you’d like is for pain to take over your playlist, appetite, and mood, so let’s chat about the weirdness going on, and what you can do about it.
From extractions to fillings, this blog will include it all, and there will be a little bit of honesty and humor to make it bearable.
1. What is wisdom tooth cavity?
A wisdom tooth cavity is a tooth decay that develops on one or more of your third molars (also referred to as the wisdom teeth). They are typically the last to erupt in your mouth, and they normally erupt between the ages of 17 and 25.
If you do nothing about a cavity in your wisdom tooth, the cavity will quickly spread to other teeth or soft tissue in the area.
2.How to Identify a Wisdom Tooth Cavity
Discovering a cavity within your wisdom tooth early will allow you to feel secure from complications of decay and save the tooth, if possible. This is what to look for:
Pain in the Back of the Mouth
When you have a sharp severe Ache, or soreness close to the back molars, it can be a sign that you have decay, or possibly an infection.
Bad Breath or A Bad Taste
Cavities have the potential to trap bacteria and food debris resulting in some persistent foul breath or bad taste.
Red or Swollen Gums
An infected or rotten wisdom tooth will usually result in gum inflammation and/or swelling and redness.
Stiffness Opening your Mouth
In a few cases, a rotten or impacted wisdom tooth may also result in stiffness in your jaw or pain or trouble while chewing.
Holes or Black spots
If the tooth is only partially erupted, you may see a hole, black area, or rough surface on the crown of the tooth.
3. Wisdom Tooth Cavity Treatment Options
Appropriate treatment for wisdom tooth decay will depend on the extent of the decay, the position of the tooth, and your general dental health. Each case at Partha Dental is assessed on an individual basis to suggest the best outcome.
1. Wisdom Tooth Cavity Filling for Tooth Decay
If the tooth position is good and the decay is minor, wisdom tooth cavity fillingcan be the best option.
What to expect:
- Local anesthetic is administered to numb the region.
- The decay is extracted and part of the remaining tooth structure is also removed.
- The clean area is filled, and sometimes reinforced with a composite-type material.
- This is a quick process and would otherwise leave the tooth in-statement unless problems were severe like impaction or crowding.
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2. Wisdom Tooth Cavity Extraction
There are situations when part of the wisdom tooth is impacted or not in position where a filling cannot be done or from a high risk. Wisdom tooth cavity extraction may be suggested due to high rates of dental decay.
When Extraction is Recommended:
- The cavity is not visible or reaches the nerve.
- The wisdom tooth is tilted, but other teeth are being forced against
- There was a history of infection or abscess
- The gum or surrounding bone is involved.
3. Wisdom Tooth Cavity Removal
In more complicated situations, especially in the case of the tooth being extracted because it is impacted, or decayed below the gum line, an oral surgery will follow for a wisdom tooth cavity extraction.
Steps in Surgical Extraction:
- X-rays are used to scan the location of the tooth, and the roots.
- The region is numbed. Sedation is sometimes given, which is optional.
- A tiny cut in the gum, and the tooth taken out in pieces.
- Sutures may be used for closure.
- wisdom tooth cavity removal, a normal procedure at Partha Dental, and ever so clean, and painless.
4. Home Remedies for Wisdom Tooth Pain
Prior to seeing your dentist, here are techniques to momentarily alleviate pain:
- Saltwater rinses – Quell the inflammation and kill the bacteria in the mouth.
- Over-the-counter pain medication – Ibuprofen, paracetamol reduce swelling and can ease pain.
- Ice Packs – Ice against the jaw eases discomfort.
- Avoid hard and sweet foods – Because those foods will make the growth of decay happen or trigger sharp pain.
These suggestions will help in the short term; it should be kept in mind that in the long run a treated wisdom tooth cavity by your dentist is very important to prevent complications.
5. Treatment Cost of Wisdom Tooth Cavities
Cost of treatment for wisdom tooth cavities depending on the procedure:
Filling a wisdom tooth cavity: ₹1,500 – ₹3,000.
Simple wisdom tooth extraction: ₹2,500 – ₹5,000.
Surgical extraction: ₹5,000 – ₹12,000 (depending upon difficulty).
It is cost-effective at Partha Dental to get your dental treatment done at inure of our clinics, with professional consultation and accessible EMI. Read more
If you experience pain or symptoms of a wisdom tooth cavity, don’t hesitate. Weare at your service to treat your wisdom tooth cavity, whether it is a basic filling or a complicated extraction. Our dental surgeons are experienced and will ensure you have an easy, safe, and customized experience.
5. FAQs
Q: Do I get a wisdom tooth cavity filled like other teeth?
A: Yes, if the cavity is small and the teeth are well erupted then a cavity can be filled.
Q: Must I always get a wisdom tooth cavity removal?
A: Not really! If the tooth is seated beneficially and there’s little decay, some cavities can be left intact. We usually recommend extraction if the tooth is compromised or the decay is excessive.
Q: Does it hurt to have my wisdom tooth cavity extracted?
A: No. The dentist will numb you first before the tooth is extracted, further, pain at the extraction point can be managed with pain medication.
Q: How long does it take to recover from a wisdom tooth extraction?
A: Most patients take 3 – 5 days to recover; however, for surgical removal, recovery will be two weeks to fully heal.
Q: What will happen if I just ignore my wisdom tooth cavity?
A: The decay of the cavity or the dental caries may be transferred to the adjacent teeth, you can have dental infections, and gum disease may become a danger. Letting a cavity go untreated can result in subsequent procedures taking a lot of pain and money.
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Disclaimer:
The prices mentioned in this blog are indicative and may vary based on the severity of the condition, technology used, and materials suggested by the Dentist. They are accurate as of the date of publishing and subject to change as per clinic policy. Third-party or AI-generated estimates may not reflect actual clinic pricing. For accurate costs, please visit your nearest Partha Dental clinic.
