I have a half appearing wisdom tooth and my gum usually swells and sometimes bleeds. This is since last 4 years. It does not pain often but I am worried if infection will be dangerous for other organs. I am afraid due to covid 19, to reach out to dentist. Can you suggest if this has already damaged seriously how do I stop infection without extracting tooth?

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Dr. Maj. Gen Mahesh Chander Vsm (Retd)Dentist49yrs exp

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Unerupted 3rd molar is suggestive of impacted tooth consult a maxillofacial surgeon if required it should b removed in the mean time warm salt water rinse many times a day will b of help.

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Dr. Neha V. BetaiDentistyrs exp

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Hello. When the wisdom tooth erupts, sometimes it does cause swelling of the gums and at times there is pain too. Need pics of the concerned tooth and surrounding gums to analyse the condition and then a proper medication can be given. Would also suggest what could be the possible treatment. Kindly contact for details. Take care.

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