Is It a Cavity or Wisdom Tooth?

When most people think about wisdom teeth, cavities aren't the first thing that comes to mind. In many cases, wisdom teeth — also known as third molars — are removed before cavities can form. But if your wisdom teeth have not yet been removed, it's possible you could develop a wisdom tooth cavity.

Does wisdom teeth pain feel like a cavity?

Other signs of wisdom tooth pain include intense pain radiating toward your head, ears, or eyes. People with abscessed, or infected, wisdom teeth often feel this type of pain. However, this type of pain sometimes ends up being tooth decay instead.

Can a wisdom tooth get a cavity?

Though they are preventable, cavities are still very common. You can get cavities on any part of your tooth and on any one of your teeth — even your wisdom teeth (if you have them).