Are Your Wisdom Teeth Causing You Pain? You’re Not Alone
If you’re between 17-25 and experiencing jaw pain, you might be wondering: “Are my wisdom teeth coming in?”
You’re in the right place. At Brite Dental Panania, we’ve helped hundreds of local patients just like you get relief from wisdom tooth pain. Serving Panania, Revesby, Bankstown, and surrounding areas for over 10 years.
Quick Wisdom Tooth Pain Assessment
Are you experiencing:
- Throbbing pain at the back of your mouth?
- Swollen, tender gums behind your last teeth?
- Jaw stiffness when opening wide?
- Bad breath that won’t go away?
- Difficulty chewing on one side?
If you checked 2+ boxes, your wisdom teeth likely need professional attention.
What Are Wisdom Teeth & When Do They Come?
Wisdom teeth are your third set of molars that typically emerge between ages 17-25. Most people develop four wisdom teeth, though not everyone gets them – and that’s often a good thing.
Why they cause issue?
Modern jaws are often too small for these extra teeth. When there’s insufficient space, wisdom teeth become impacted – either partially erupting through the gum or remaining completely trapped beneath it.
Impacted wisdom teeth can cause serious problems including tooth decay, infections, gum disease, and cysts in the jawbone.
Wisdom Teeth Surgery & Extraction Process
Wisdom tooth extraction is a routine procedure that typically takes 30-60 minutes. Your dentist or oral surgeon will assess your situation and recommend either:
- Simple extraction – For erupted teeth using local anaesthetic
- Surgical extraction – For impacted teeth, often with general anaesthetic in day surgery
Your dentist will take X-rays, administer anaesthesia, remove the tooth, and provide aftercare instructions.
First Signs of Wisdom Teeth Coming In
What are the first signs of wisdom teeth coming in? Most people begin experiencing symptoms between ages 17-25 as these final molars attempt to emerge.
Early warning signs include:
- Tender, swollen, or bleeding gums at the back of your mouth
- Jaw pain or stiffness, especially when opening your mouth wide
- Bad breath or unpleasant taste that won’t go away
- Difficulty opening your mouth fully
- Crowding or shifting of your existing teeth
- Pain when chewing or biting down
Why These Signs Matter: For some people, wisdom teeth cause only minor discomfort. However, for others, they can be extremely painful, undo years of orthodontic work, or disrupt a previously straight smile.
Wisdom Teeth Removal at Brite Dental Panania
At Brite Dental, our experienced dentists specialise in comfortable wisdom teeth removal. As a QIP accredited practice, we use advanced digital X-rays and offer multiple sedation options to ensure your extraction is as smooth and pain-free as possible. Don’t let wisdom tooth pain disrupt your life.
Contact Brite Dental today to schedule your consultation and experience expert care you can trust.
