Why do wisdom teeth hurt?
There are a few causes of wisdom tooth pain. The two most common are decay, and pericoronitis. Decay causes pain as the sensitive layers of your tooth become exposed, and the living parts of your tooth become infected and inflammed. Periocoronitis, is irritation of the gum partially covering a tooth which has not yet completely erupted into the mouth. This gum flap can easily provide a haven for bacteria when food or plaque become trapped underneath it. Consequently, the gum becomes irritated and swollen, and often can become difficult to open and close your mouth fully. If you are experiencing trouble with your wisdom teeth, please make arrangements for a consultation to relieve these symptoms.
