Signs Of Wisdom Tooth Impaction

Bad Breath

Bad breath is the result of tooth decay in the mouth that occurs when a wisdom tooth becomes impacted. What happens is the wisdom tooth crowds the other teeth around it, and in this tight and confined space, it becomes difficult for the patient to brush away food particles effectively. These trapped food particles lead to extensive tooth decay as the patient fails to floss or brush them. Because of the tooth decay and the trapped food, the patient can experience bad breath that will not go away. While bad-smelling breath in and of itself is not a sign for extreme concern, it can be a sign there is something much worse going on, and it is best to consult with a doctor to know for sure.

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Trouble Opening Your Mouth

When you have trouble opening your mouth, it can point to the wisdom tooth having impacted the nerves in some way, preventing you from being able to open your mouth all the way. This is often coupled with jaw pain and facial swelling. For some patients, the pain may be secondary if nonexistent when compared to the discomfort of not being able to utilize their jaw properly. If the mobility and flexibility of your jaw are becoming a problem, even if pain is not coupled with it, seek out medical attention as it could be an impacted wisdom tooth.

Continue to reveal what taste to watch for that may indicate wisdom tooth impaction.