# Wisdom tooth pain: what to do now

Reviewed by [Dr. Rekha Pandey, BDS (NMC 38136)](https://kashyapdental.com.np/dr-rekha-pandey)

**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?

| Treatment | Price (NPR) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| [Simple tooth extraction](https://kashyapdental.com.np/oral-surgery) | NPR 1,500 |  |
| [Surgical / wisdom tooth extraction](https://kashyapdental.com.np/oral-surgery) | NPR 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.

## Read next

- https://kashyapdental.com.np/oral-surgery
- https://kashyapdental.com.np/toothache
- https://kashyapdental.com.np/prices
- https://kashyapdental.com.np/dr-rekha-pandey

## Sources

- [NHS: Wisdom tooth removal](https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/wisdom-tooth-removal/)

Last updated: 24 Oct 2026

## Clinic details
- **Kashyap Dental & Aesthetics**, Butwal (काश्यप डेन्टल एन्ड एस्थेटिक्स)
- Address: Tilottama Path (Hospital Line), near Gastrocare, Butwal 32907, Lumbini Province, Nepal (तिलोत्तमा पथ (हस्पिटल लाइन), ग्यास्ट्रोकेयर नजिक, बुटवल). On Hospital Line (Tilottama Path), next to Gastrocare. Plus code MFX8+29 Butwal.
- Phone / WhatsApp: +977 974-3679953 (https://wa.me/9779743679953)
- Email: kashyapdcaa@gmail.com
- Opening hours: every day, 8 AM–6 PM
    - Sunday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
    - Monday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
    - Tuesday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
    - Wednesday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
    - Thursday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
    - Friday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
    - Saturday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Payment: Cash, eSewa, Khalti, Fonepay / bank QR, debit and credit cards
- Doctors: Dr. Rekha Pandey, BDS (NMC 38136), performs every treatment except braces and aligners; Dr. Madhav Pandey, MDS Orthodontics (NMC 15670), plans and treats every braces and clear aligner case.
- Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/?cid=2552023128400234002
- Prices: https://kashyapdental.com.np/prices
- Book an appointment: https://kashyapdental.com.np/book

Source: https://kashyapdental.com.np/guides/wisdom-tooth-pain