| Wisdom Teeth Extraction (Removal)
Wisdom Tooth Removal is typically performed because of lack of room in the mouth for the wisdom teeth. Humans have four wisdom teeth at the back of the mouth which typically erupt between the ages of 18 and 24 years. Because the wisdom teeth are the last of all our teeth to erupt, almost all of the room in the mouth is already used up and cannot fit the wisdom teeth.
Why should you get your Wisdom Teeth removed?
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Without any space to grow in properly, wisdom teeth can become trapped under the gums or grow sideways.
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Wisdom teeth that are trying to break through into the mouth can cause pressure and move other teeth out of place.
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Many people need wisdom tooth extractions before Orthodontic Treatment (braces) or right after.
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Partially erupted wisdom teeth can form a pouch that traps food, which can cause a wisdom tooth and the teeth around it to decay.
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The gums around wisdom teeth may become infected and cause swelling, pain, and a bad odor.
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Wisdom teeth trapped in the jawbone can cause a wisdom tooth cyst to form. Cysts can push other teeth out of place and in rare cases form a tumor.
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Patients who are about to have dentures constructed should have their wisdom teeth removed.
Signs of Wisdom Tooth Problems:
The Procedure
With the use of x-rays your dentist can determine if your wisdom teeth need to be removed and how difficult the removal may be. The dentists at The Dental Center can perform most wisdom tooth extractions, but depending on the difficultly of removal, your dentist may need to refer you to an oral surgeon.
Before the extraction, you may choose to have Nitrous Oxide (laughing gas) to help you relax. The dentist will then numb the area all around the wisdom tooth. During the procedure, your dentist will first need to raise a gum flap to gain access to the wisdom tooth. Using an incision and a small drill, your dentist will remove any bone that is in the way and then section off the wisdom tooth and remove each piece. Stitches are often placed in the gum so that gum tissues lay back into place correctly. The stitches typically are removed a week later or dissolve away within a few days.
Your dentist will explain all after-care procedures at your removal visit.
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