Why is Wisdom Tooth Extraction Necessary?
Who is a good candidate to have Wisdom Teeth removed?
If you feel that it is time to have your wisdom teeth removed, it’s important to come in for a full examination and series of x-rays. Some of the reasons you might want these teeth removed include:
- You’re experiencing pain or discomfort in the area of the wisdom teeth
- You’ve been told your wisdom teeth need to be removed
- You have an infection around the wisdom tooth
- A wisdom tooth has partially erupted and is becoming inflamed
- You have red, swollen, tender, or bleeding gums.
- You have jaw pain
- You experience persistent bad breath, or an unpleasant taste in your mouth.
What happens during a Wisdom Teeth removal?
Because the removal of wisdom teeth is a surgical procedure, there will be sedation involved. Because of this reason it is extremely important to have someone come to your appointment with you and drive you home. You will not be able to drive or lift anything heavy until the effects of the medication have completely worn off, which usually occurs hours after the procedure. You will need to have someone help you change out your gauze as well.
During the procedure, the dentist will make an incision into your gum tissue to reach the impacted tooth. The tooth will be removed, and the extraction site will be cleaned and sutured. You will receive aftercare instructions that must be followed otherwise you risk getting a severe infection. The dentist will recommend you stay in the office for a short time after the procedure to monitor you, as well as let the sedation wear off a little. Once you are given the okay from the dentist, you can be driven home, and a follow up appointment will occur to check on the incision site.
If you are in need of wisdom tooth extraction or would like to inquire more about the procedure, contact us today and a helpful staff member will be happy to assist you!
