Why and When should a Wisdom Tooth be removed?


 

‘Wisdom teeth’, is a term used to call the third molars found in some percentage of the population. They were found in our ancestors in the olden ages but now they are only found in some people.

According to the American Dental Association, wisdom teeth removal may be necessary if you experience changes in the area of those teeth, such as: Pain or repeated infection of soft tissue behind the lower last tooth.

When should you get your Wisdom Tooth Extracted?

•       Painful teething.

•       Pain on chewing/ biting.

•       Cheek biting when chewing.

•       Swelling/ infection.

•       Excessive cavity.

Why is Wisdom Tooth extraction advised?

As it is the last teeth in the mouth, it is very hard to treat and perform procedures on. Also, it is not as required for good functioning of your mouth. Thus, it is advised for extraction in most cases.

What is the Procedure of Wisdom Tooth Removal?


Is it Safe?

Yes, and it is performed by a specialist with utmost care of your ease.

Post Extraction Instructions?

After getting your wisdom tooth extracted, please take care of the following instructions for a healthy and faster recovery.

•         Do not rinse or spit for 24 hours after surgery.

•         Keep your fingers and tongue away from the socket or surgical area.

•         Use ice packs on the surgical area (side of face) for the first 48 hours; apply ice 20 minutes on and 10 minutes off. Note: Bags of frozen peas work well.

•         For mild discomfort, take a painkiller.

•         For severe pain, use the medication prescribed to you.

•         Drink plenty of fluids. (Do not use a straw—this creates suction in the mouth that could cause complications.)

•         We suggest that you do not smoke for at least 5 days after surgery.

•         Avoid strenuous activity and do not exercise for at least 3–4 days after surgery.

•         If the muscles of the jaw become stiff, the use of warm moist heat to the outside of your face over the spots that are stiff will relax these muscles.

•         After the first post-operative day, use a warm salt water rinse following meals for the first week to flush out particles of food and debris that may lodge in the surgical area. (Mix ½ teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water. Mouthwash can be added for better taste.)

•         Your diet should consist mainly of soft, easily swallowed foods and cool drinks. Avoid anything that might get stuck in your teeth, so no seeds, nuts, rice, popcorn, or similar foods.

Hope you have a speedy and healthy recovery.

 

 

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