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Can Pericoronitis Has Symptoms Like Swollen Wisdom Teeth Along With Foul Taste?

Dear Sir,

The gum around my wisdom tooth has gotten infected and swollen. I suspect it is pericoronitis. I had a similar problem around 2 years ago. I cannot open my mouth fully and the gum is painful when I touch it. There is foul taste in my mouth and I think some pus too.
Fri, 21 Feb 2014
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Yes all these are the symptoms of peritonitis. You should get IOPA or OPG x ray done and visit dentist to get know whether it has yo be extracted or safe.
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Can Pericoronitis Has Symptoms Like Swollen Wisdom Teeth Along With Foul Taste?

Hi Welcome to HCM Yes all these are the symptoms of peritonitis. You should get IOPA or OPG x ray done and visit dentist to get know whether it has yo be extracted or safe. Thank you