Remove impacted wisdom teeth and prevent unnecessary pain and infection. Wisdom teeth don’t always emerge properly, but we can safely remove them when they cause issues and help you avoid pain and discomfort.
No one likes the feeling of needing to get a tooth removed, but at CDIC we work to take as much anxiety out of it as possible. When you’re experiencing pain or discomfort in your mouth, a visit to the dentist can help uncover the issues and treat them safely and effectively.
Wisdom teeth — also known as ‘third molars’ — are typically the last teeth to come through in your mouth, erupting furthest back usually in the teenage years or early 20s. Normally there are two upper and two lower wisdom teeth in each mouth, but that number can vary in different people, with fewer or even none at all coming through.
Unfortunately, wisdom teeth often do not emerge properly, coming through at an angle and pushing into surrounding teeth or gums, while others develop in the jaw but never come through the gum. This is known as impaction, and it can lead to pain, wisdom tooth infection and tooth decay. An impacted wisdom tooth needs to be removed by a dental professional. Other reasons for removal include decay of the tooth, cysts, bone loss or for orthodontic treatment.
The only way to know for sure is to have a wisdom teeth x-ray so your dentist can have a thorough look at your jawbone and teeth. An x-ray can identify if they have come through incorrectly, or if they are heading in that direction prior to eruption. However, some common symptoms of impacted wisdom teeth include swollen, tender and bleeding gums, bad breath or an unpleasant mouth taste, jaw discomfort and stiffness, and difficulty opening the mouth.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to prevent wisdom teeth from erupting, but at CDIC we offer teenagers and young adults a wisdom teeth x-ray and screening to identify whether removing them as a preventative measure is worthwhile. Early treatment can reduce the risk of any problems that may occur.
Unfortunately, wisdom teeth often do not emerge properly, coming through at an angle and pushing into surrounding teeth or gums, while others develop in the jaw but never come through the gum. This is known as impaction, and it can lead to pain, wisdom tooth infection and tooth decay. An impacted wisdom tooth needs to be removed by a dental professional. Other reasons for removal include decay of the tooth, cysts, bone loss or for orthodontic treatment.
Our wisdom tooth extraction procedure can change depending on how deeply impacted the tooth is, as well as its angle and position in the mouth. Most wisdom teeth can be safely removed under local anaesthetic with oral sedation, but you may need to go under general anaesthetic for more complex removals or be referred to a surgeon.
The dentist begins by making an incision in the gum to expose the wisdom tooth and surrounding bone, before dividing the tooth into multiple sections, making it easier to remove. Once all pieces of the tooth are removed, the site is thoroughly cleaned and gauze is placed on top to help a blood clot form. In some cases, the site is stitched closed to promote healing, but this is not always necessary.
The risks and possible complications associated with the removal of wisdom teeth increase with age. We recommend having your teeth checked and any affected teeth removed before the age of 26.
HIs dental treatment philosophy centres around a commitment to evidence-based dentistry, and he believes in effective communication as the key to treatment success and positive long-term relationships with his patients.
After your tooth extraction procedure, you should expect some swelling and bruising on the side of your mouth where the tooth was removed. Pain can be managed with over-the-counter relief, but you will also need to eat only soft foods for the first couple of days, and slowly resume your normal diet over the initial week. Some small oozing of blood is to be expected, but you should speak to your dentist if there is any excessive bleeding.
It is important to look out for dry socket, which is a condition where the blood clot that should be formed in the extraction site is dislodged or removed, leading to significant pain and potential infection. Avoid rinsing your mouth, spitting or sucking, or brushing your teeth for the first 24 hours after treatment to prevent dry socket. Your dentist will help you understand everything that you will need to do in the initial period after an extraction to avoid any unnecessary complications.
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