Wisdom tooth pain: what to do now

Reviewed by Dr. Rekha Pandey, BDS (NMC 38136) · Last updated: 24 Oct 2026

Short answer

For wisdom tooth pain, rinse with warm salt water, take an over-the-counter painkiller as directed on the pack, and see a dentist, who will check the tooth with an X-ray. Wisdom teeth often need removing when they keep causing gum infections, decay or damage to the neighbouring tooth. At Kashyap Dental & Aesthetics in Butwal, surgical or wisdom tooth extraction costs NPR 6,000, done by Dr. Rekha Pandey (BDS) under local anaesthesia.

What can I do right now?

  • Rinse with warm salt water
  • Take an over-the-counter painkiller as per the label
  • Avoid very hot, cold or sweet food
  • Don't put tablets, tobacco or alcohol on the gum
  • Message us on WhatsApp at +977 974-3679953 to be seen

Which warning signs need urgent care?

  • Go to a hospital emergency department straight away if swelling spreads towards your eye or neck, or if you have difficulty breathing or swallowing or a high fever
  • See a dentist soon if pain and swelling are severe or getting worse and painkillers are not helping
  • See a dentist soon if you have pain with a bad taste in your mouth or feel unwell

When do wisdom teeth need removing?

  • Repeated gum infection around a partly erupted tooth
  • Decay that can't be repaired
  • Damage to the neighbouring tooth
  • Crowding or cysts seen on X-ray

What does removal cost in Butwal?

TreatmentPrice (NPR)Notes
Simple tooth extractionNPR 1,500
Surgical / wisdom tooth extractionNPR 6,000

Prices last updated: 24 October 2026. Your exact cost is explained and agreed before treatment starts.

What is recovery like?

Pain and swelling usually start to improve after 1 or 2 days, and most people feel better within 3–5 days. Complex wisdom tooth removals can take longer.

Aftercare for the first 24 hours

  • Bite on gauze as instructed
  • Don't spit, rinse hard or use a straw
  • Avoid smoking
  • Eat soft, cool food
  • Take medicines as prescribed

Contact us for heavy bleeding, fever or worsening swelling.

Frequently asked questions

Will I be awake?

Yes. Procedures are done under local anaesthesia, so the area is numb.

How long does recovery take?

Most people feel better within 3–5 days. Complex wisdom tooth removals can take longer.

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