Am I getting a wisdom tooth?

Question

So, for the last 3 days or so, I've noticed that on my right side of my mouth it hurts, at first I thought that it could be like a blister, that go away within days, but I started looking online about it, and now I'm confused. I noticed today in the mirror that the pain is on the bottom of my mouth right after my last tooth and its red, as if a tooth is growing, should I be worried? If it is a wisdom tooth do I NEED to have it removed? I remember when I was like 12 years old, my mom would take me to the dentist every 6 months, and once the dentist took out 4 teeth, 2 front the front,and 2 on the bottom to this day I can't remember what was the point of that. But anyway oh and my age is 23, can someone just explain it all to me. I've never really had any problems with my teeth.

Answer 1

It sounds like it is your wisdom teeth coming in. You'll need to see a dentist to find out if the tooth is impacted (coming in sideways) or not. They'll need to take an Xray to see what is going on with your teeth. Most people end up having to have some or all of their wisdom teeth pulled. Either because they don't have space in their jaw for them or the teeth are too soft.

The teeth you had pulled as a kid may have been the last of your baby teeth. Or they may have had to pull teeth to make room if you have a small jaw. They usually do this before putting braces on.

Answer 2

You can only know if you are getting a wisdom tooth if you feel smart, and get an "A" grade in the finals.

Answer 3

you don't "get" wisdom teeth, you've always had them. you have 4. 2 on top, 2 on bottom. you're thinking of needing them pulled....try a dentist.