Does orajel help with wisdom tooth pain?

Question

My wisdom tooth has started to ache really badly, making it hard to eat or talk. I'm looking for some temporary relief before I can see a dentist. Does Orajel help with wisdom tooth pain?

Suresh Mehta · Accepted Answer

Yes, it numbs the area temporarily, but avoid eating immediately after applying it as you might bite your cheek. Try to stick to soft, room-temperature vegetarian food like simple khichdi or curd rice so you don't irritate the gum further.

Rohan Das · Answer

Orajel is basically a quick hack to numb the surface pain. I used my health app to consult a dentist online when my wisdom tooth was erupting. They suggested using the gel strictly as a temporary measure before getting an X-ray done.

Nisha Roy · Answer

My wisdom tooth pain was so bad I couldn't even enjoy my weekend biryani! Orajel did numb my gums enough so I could at least swallow some cold ice cream. But honestly, you need a doctor to check if there is space for the tooth to grow.

Ananya Joshi · Answer

I am experiencing this pain for the first time on the lower left side. Does Orajel actually reduce the swelling too, or does it only stop the pain for a little while? I am a bit scared to go to the dentist.

Deepika Nair · Answer

Orajel contains benzocaine which just numbs the nerve endings on the surface. It will help with the soreness of the erupting gum, but it won't help if the tooth is impacted or infected. Use it for temporary relief and schedule a proper dental visit.

Does orajel help with wisdom tooth pain?

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Consult a dental surgeon

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