FAQ
Pain & SymptomsWisdom Tooth Pain — What Should I Do?
Quick Answer
Wisdom tooth pain is usually caused by impaction or infection. Rinse with salt water, take ibuprofen, and see a dentist — extraction is often the recommended solution.
Detailed Explanation
Wisdom teeth (third molars) typically erupt between ages 17–25. Pain occurs when they are impacted (unable to fully emerge), partially erupted (creating a flap of gum that traps bacteria), or pushing against adjacent teeth. Symptoms include pain at the back of the jaw, swelling, difficulty opening the mouth, and bad breath. Home relief: warm salt water rinses, ibuprofen, and cold compresses. However, these only provide temporary relief. A dental X-ray determines whether extraction is needed. Most impacted wisdom teeth require removal to prevent recurring infections, cysts, and damage to adjacent teeth.
Key Points
What You Need to Know
Impaction is the most common cause of wisdom tooth pain
Partially erupted wisdom teeth trap bacteria and cause infection
Salt water rinses and ibuprofen provide temporary relief only
An X-ray determines whether extraction is necessary
Most impacted wisdom teeth should be removed
Extraction in Manila costs PHP 3,000–15,000 depending on complexity
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Simple extraction: PHP 3,000–6,000. Surgical extraction of impacted wisdom tooth: PHP 8,000–15,000. General anesthesia adds PHP 5,000–15,000.
Learn More →The procedure is performed under local anesthesia — you feel pressure but not pain. Post-extraction discomfort lasts 3–5 days and is managed with prescribed medication.
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