How bad is the pain of wisdom teeth?
On One Hand: Usually None If They Come In ProperlyWisdom teeth may not cause you any pain if they grow into your jaw properly. They are associated with pain because the human jaw usually runs out of space for them. However, even properly spaced wisdom teeth may cause pain while erupting because gum flaps form that can harbor bacteria and food residue, possibly leading to infection which is slightly painful.On the Other: Very Painful If ImpactedWisdom teeth can cause you a lot of pain if they grow in at an angle–which then puts pressure on the neighboring teeth and/or roots. In addition, impacted wisdom may lead to an infection. Sometimes, a cyst can form at the site of the impacted tooth that necessitates surgery to remove it.Bottom LineThe pain of wisdom teeth coming in really depends on the shape and size of your jaw. If you wish to prevent the most painful and damaging side effects of wisdom teeth erupting, discuss removing them with your dentist.
