I ve got a wisdom tooth growing, it has erupted and i can see it but there s a flap of skin over it so it s difficult for me to bite or eat anything. would i need to wait for the tooth to come out properly (since it s already erupted and i can see the whole tooth clearly) or do i need to see the dentist? and what can i do to treat the tissue that s been formed over the tooth? thank you
Dear friend. Thanks for sharing your concern. You have peritonitis in relation to your third molar, this flap which is causing discomfort to you is actually a part of gingival covering the tooth.  Now when tooth has erupted, it acts like a pocket an accumulates food particles, derbies and bacteria causing infection.  It is better to get it removed surgically because frequent infections are caused in this leading to abscess and other space infections too.  Due to its location accessibility with brush becomes difficult which further adds to infection. I would suggest, get it excised surgically. It is very minor procedure.  If required an antibiotic and analgesic can be given. Hope this helps than