Wisdom teeth are usually the last teeth to develop in the back of your mouth. Some wisdom teeth cause no harm.
But if you are unlucky enough, these teeth can become impacted and can cause you problems that might affect your daily routine or health. The only solution? A visit to your dentist for a wisdom teeth removal procedure.
The wisdom teeth can become impacted or partially erupted through the gum line because in many cases our jaws are too small to accommodate the four molars. Impacted teeth cannot erupt into the proper position for chewing and cleaning.
Impacted wisdom teeth may cause you pain and discomfort. But a visit to your dentist at Simply Smiles Dental can save your day.
Wisdom Tooth Problems
Fully or partially impacted teeth can often cause dental issues such as:
- Tooth pain
- Infections in the overlying gum
- Damage to the adjacent tooth due to pressure from the impacted tooth
- Complications to pre-existing orthodontic treatment
- Difficulty in cleaning the back teeth resulting in decay
The Wisdom Teeth Removal Procedure
Often, fully erupted wisdom teeth can be easily extracted. However, for impacted wisdom teeth, a surgical procedure may be necessary, in which the some of the gum tissue around the tooth will be lifted to remove the tooth. The dentist will suture the gum back into place.
You may experience swelling and discomfort for a few days following the procedure, but this is a normal consequence. On the other hand, you must report to your dentist any excess bleeding, severe pain, or unusual symptoms you may experience.
Your dentist will provide you with detailed post-surgery instructions before you leave the office, which are provided to help you avoid the risk of complications and accelerate your healing process.
Home Care Tips After Wisdom Teeth Removal
- Take pain medications
- Avoid performing strenuous activities for a few days
- Don’t smoke or drink alcoholic beverages
- Eat liquid foods for a few days. Use your other teeth when chewing foods
- For 24 hours, avoid rinsing, spitting, or drinking hot beverages
- Gently rinse your mouth with antiseptic mouthwash or lukewarm water with salt after 24 hours
Smoking After Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Smoking after wisdom teeth procedure is highly discouraged as this can adversely affect your recovery and healing process. It’s advisable to quit smoking for a few days following the extraction.
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According to the American Dental Association (ADA), smoking can also affect your sense of taste and smell and delay your recovery after a tooth extraction or other dental procedure.In addition, the tar from cigarette smoke stains your teeth, causes bad breath and can discolour your tongue. The only way to remove these stains is with a professional cleaning in the dentist’s office.
Wisdom Tooth Solution in Toorak
Removing impacted teeth is crucial for your overall health. It will not only eliminate possible decay and infection, but also the pain and discomfort that can greatly affect your personal and professional life. Your trusted Toorak dentists at Simply Smiles Dental have extensive experience in dealing with wisdom tooth problems, using state-of-the-art dental equipment for timesaving and successful treatment.
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