Empacted wisdom tooth extractionis a surgical procedure performed to remove erupted or impacted teeth in the back corners of your mouth. As these teeth grow, if there is no room in the mouth, we may encounter pain, infection or other dental problems, and impacted teeth must be removed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
Wisdom teeth are the last permanent teeth to appear (or emerge) in the mouth. These teeth usually appear between the ages of 17 and 25. Some people never develop wisdom teeth. In some cases, these teeth emerge normally, just like other teeth. However, if there is no room in the mouth, wisdom teeth trying to come out may cause problems such as pain, infection, and disrupting the alignment of other teeth in the mouth.
Employed Wisdom Tooth Operation
Employed wisdom tooth extraction Let's face it, it is a nightmare for all of us. When we ask those around us, many people have a traumatic memory to tell about this operation, and this is where our fears come from. When it comes to removing wisdom teeth, the first thing we hear is pain, bleeding and a large swelling. However, thanks to the wisdom tooth operation performed by an expert surgeon using up-to-date methods, unlike everyone else, you will not have bad memories and traumas related to this operation.
You will not feel any pain during the wisdom teeth operation. After a detailed evaluation, your physician decides on the anesthesia to be used in your operation. Although wisdom teeth operations are generally performed under local anesthesia, general anesthesia is also used in some cases. Your operation is completed after the impacted teeth are removed, the area is cleaned and stitched. Your doctor will explain in detail what you should and should not do after this process.
After Impacted Wisdom Teeth Operation
Most patients are not worried about the operation itself, but about what awaits them afterwards. They are especially afraid of unbearable pain and swelling. However, with the advice of the doctor and the prescribed medications, this problem can be solved. It is possible to minimize or completely prevent them.
After the impacted tooth operation;
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Bleeding: After the operation, squeeze the gauze that your doctor will put on the surgery area tightly with your teeth for the specified time. Please do not spit as it may increase your bleeding.
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Pain: You can avoid or minimize pain by using the medications prescribed by your physician.
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Swelling and bruising: With the new methods applied by our physicians. The swelling seen after wisdom tooth operations is much less than in the past. You can prevent bruising and swelling by applying cold compresses to the area after the operation, as recommended by your doctor.
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Nutrition: You must strictly follow the doctor's advice regarding the liquid and solid foods you will consume after the operation. Tobacco products, alcohol, carbonated drinks, hard and spicy foods are strictly not recommended during the recovery period.
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If stitches were used in the impacted wisdom tooth operation, they are usually removed 1 week after the operation.
“The content in this article is for informational purposes only. It cannot be used for diagnosis and treatment of diseases. You should consult your dentist or doctor for diagnosis and treatment of any disease.”
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