Wisdom tooth removal is a surgical procedure performed to remove one or more of your wisdom teeth. If your wisdom teeth do not grow normally or do not have enough space to grow, they may cause several oral problems. You can visit a dental clinic for wisdom tooth removal.
What is wisdom teeth removal?
Your wisdom teeth, or third molars, generally erupt between the ages of 17 and 21. You may develop impacted wisdom teeth when they do not get enough room to erupt or grow normally. This can cause several oral complications, and you may need to get your wisdom tooth extracted by consulting a dental specialist.
Who qualifies for wisdom tooth removal?
You should visit a dental specialist – a regular dentist, an oral or maxillofacial surgeon, or a periodontist – if your wisdom teeth are causing oral problems. The decision to remove the wisdom tooth depends on you. However, wisdom tooth extraction is recommended if:
- You have regular oral pain.
- Food and debris are trapped due to your wisdom tooth.
- Oral infection, tooth decay or gum disease (periodontal disease) due to the wisdom tooth.
- There is a fluid-filled sac or cyst.
How is a wisdom tooth removed?
The procedure for wisdom tooth extraction is straightforward. To extract a wisdom tooth, an oral surgeon will:
- Administer anaesthesia near the site of each tooth extraction.
- Cut your gum tissue to expose the wisdom tooth and its surrounding bone.
- Cut and remove the bone that is blocking access to the root of the wisdom tooth.
- Break your wisdom tooth into smaller sections to remove it quickly.
- Clean the tooth and bone debris from the mouth.
- Stitch the wound.
What are the benefits of wisdom tooth removal?
There are many benefits of impacted wisdom tooth extraction:
- Reduces the likelihood of infection or decay.
- Reduces or removes oral pain so you can enjoy your favourite food again.
- Improves oral health
Is wisdom tooth removal risky?
In most cases, wisdom tooth removal does not pose any complications. Some people may develop:
- Oral infection
- Dry sockets due to the loss of blood clots
- Damage to the surrounding oral structure
Therefore, it is crucial to consider a good dental specialist.
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Conclusion
Wisdom tooth extraction is a frequently performed dental surgery that will solve your wisdom tooth complications. Strictly follow the post-surgery instructions provided by your surgeon for a speedy recovery.
You will have to rest on the day of the surgery. However, you can resume your daily activities the day after your surgery.
After the surgery, drink plenty of water. However, avoid alcoholic, caffeinated, and carbonated drinks or hot beverages for the first 24 hours.
You can only eat soft foods such as yoghurt or ice cream on the day of the surgery. Afterwards, you can start eating soft or semi-soft foods such as mashed potatoes, soft rice, and so forth.
