Wisdom Teeth Removal

Wisdom Teeth Removal – Understanding the Procedure

The third molars are often referred to as the wisdom teeth. These teeth usually grow in the early 20s or late teen years.

It’s normal to have four of these teeth, but some may have more or fewer teeth.

The problem is that these teeth often become impacted, which means that they need to be extracted.

Other problems occur when teeth are easily infected, cause teeth crowding or grow in sideways. In these cases, wisdom teeth removal may be the right option for you.

If you’re considering the removal of your wisdom teeth at our PORUR TOOTH CENTRE, here is a closer look at the procedure.

When you go through wisdom teeth removal, a dentist or surgeon can both do this removal process.

You can expect some type of anaesthetic to be used so you don’t feel pain while the procedure is being done.
Local anaesthesia is often used to help numb the tooth, but general anaesthesia is sometimes needed to allow a patient to sleep through this procedure.

This is a good option for those who are having several wisdom teeth extracted at the same time.

Before the procedure, your dentists will probably take some x-rays to get a better look at the teeth so they can decide on how to remove the teeth that are causing a problem.

Sometimes, wisdom teeth removal and simply pulling the tooth works.

However, sometimes the tooth must be cut out and removed in pieces, which can be a bit more complicated.

The great news is that no matter how the procedure is done, your dentist at the PORUR TOOTH CENTRE will ensure you don’t go through pain during the removal.

After you have the removal done, expect to deal with some bleeding.

In fact, bleeding may occur for up to 24 hours after the procedure has been done. It’s a good idea to give your dentist a call if the bleeding lasts more than 24 hours.

To keep you comfortable, your dentist may prescribe medication for you to take at home.

Make sure you follow the directions carefully. For the next couple of days, you may need to rest and eat foods that are soft.

Going through a wisdom teeth removal can actually make your life better. 

You’ll be free from the problems you experienced before the procedure.

If your wisdom teeth continue to bother you, you may want to see if an extraction is the right option for you.