Wisdom Tooth Infection — When It Becomes a Medical Emergency

When does a wisdom tooth infection become a medical emergency? Dr. H. Ryan Kazemi explains the progression from pericoronitis to Ludwig’s angina — and which symptoms mean you need to go to the ER right now.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

• Pericoronitis: the most common wisdom tooth infection
• How infection spreads into the surrounding spaces
• Ludwig’s angina: why it’s life-threatening
• The exact symptoms that mean go to the ER immediately
• What happens when you arrive at the ER
• Why delaying wisdom tooth removal increases infection risk

📅 Schedule a Wisdom Teeth Consultation

📚 Download Dr. Kazemi’s E-book — The Wise Guide on Wisdom Teeth Extractions

📺 Watch the full series: Wisdom Teeth: Your Questions Answered

Dr. H. Ryan Kazemi, DMD
Board-Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Bethesda, MD | www.facialart.com