Wisdom Tooth Infection
Rapid care for a painful wisdom tooth infection to reduce swelling, control bacteria, and prevent complications.
A bacterial infection that develops around a partially erupted or impacted wisdom tooth, causing swelling, pain, and difficulty opening the mouth that requires prompt professional treatment.
The area is examined and X-rays are taken to assess the infection, antibiotics are prescribed to reduce swelling, and the wisdom tooth is extracted once the infection is controlled.
Stops the infection from spreading, relieves pain and swelling, and removes the source of the problem to prevent it from recurring.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about wisdom tooth infection.
Patients with a partially erupted or impacted wisdom tooth showing signs of infection, including swelling, pain when opening the mouth, bad taste, or visible pus near the tooth.
Antibiotics are prescribed at the first visit to reduce swelling and infection.
Antibiotics are prescribed at the first visit and typically reduce swelling within a few days.
Antibiotics reduce the infection but do not remove the tooth — extraction is still required.
Soreness after extraction typically resolves within a few days with rest and medication.
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