What are wisdom teeth?
Third molars, which erupt from the end of the tooth rows in the jaws, are generally known as wisdom teeth because they complete their development around the age of twenties and emerge into the mouth. Depending on the lack of space in the jaws, the bone density of the area where the tooth emerges, and the root anatomy of the tooth, these teeth may come out completely or remain completely or semi-buried in the jawbone.
Is it necessary to have wisdom teeth extracted?
Every twenty year old It is not necessary to have the tooth extracted. When evaluating for extraction, whether fully impacted teeth cause pain or not, how deeply embedded the tooth is in the jawbone, and the contact of the impacted tooth with the adjacent tooth are taken into consideration. Sometimes eruption cysts may occur due to the sac in which the tooth develops. If these cysts grow unnoticed, they can weaken the jawbone. Fully impacted teeth that do not cause pain can be monitored by your doctor for routine checks and extracted if necessary.
Oral hygiene is very important for teeth that are completely or partially erupted in the mouth. It is very difficult to reach these teeth, which are in the most backward area, with a toothbrush. Wisdom teeth that cause abscesses due to decay must be removed.
How to relieve wisdom tooth pain?
When impacted wisdom teeth try to come out, they move towards the ear area and temples in the upper jaw, and under the chin and neck in the lower jaw. It may cause pain. Sometimes it may cause swelling and tenderness in the lymph nodes in these areas. When such a situation develops, the patient should definitely consult a physician. Depending on the severity of the condition, the doctor prescribes the right antibiotics and painkillers to the patient. Tooth eruption pain is controlled over time when medications are used regularly for as long as the physician deems appropriate, and the relevant tooth is removed. Eventually it will disappear completely.
What happens if the wisdom tooth is not extracted?
Teeth that complain of pain after using the medicine prescribed by the doctor should be extracted as soon as possible. The comfort provided by the drug lasts for a while. In cases where the patient's immunity is weak and oral hygiene is not corrected, the tooth begins to hurt again. Cysts form around the impacted teeth, which constantly cause complaints but whose complaints are suppressed by taking antibiotics, weakening the jawbone over time.
How is wisdom tooth surgery performed?
In impacted tooth operations, the relevant area is anesthetized with local anesthesia. The bone around the tooth is removed with appropriate tools and the tooth is extracted. After the extraction, the area is stitched. Stitches are removed within 7-10 days. If the physician deems it necessary, he will prescribe antibiotics and painkillers after the operation.
Is pain felt during wisdom tooth surgery?
In impacted tooth operations, if the anatomy of the region is well evaluated and appropriate and adequate anesthesia is applied. No pain is felt during the procedure.
What should be done after wisdom teeth surgery?
The tampon placed after the extraction is to stop bleeding. After biting the tampon tightly for half an hour, a clot forms in this area and the bleeding stops. However, spitting and shaking should not be done for the first 24 hours. After the operation, swelling due to edema may occur in the relevant area. Edema should be kept under control by applying ice compresses for the first 24 hours. Smoking and alcohol should not be consumed in the first week. Acidic, spicy and hot foods should not be consumed in the first week and oral hygiene should be paid attention to. If prescribed, medications should be used regularly.
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