Wisdom Tooth Extraction

What are wisdom teeth?

Wisdom teeth are the innermost molar teeth. They are the last set of permanent molars to come out between the ages of 18 and 20. In reality, this set of molars is no different from any other teeth. They have the same chewing ability as other molars. Only a few people have molars that come in normally and have their positions. Appropriate appearance and healthy surrounding gums

Whenever the innermost molars have an obstacle in erupting This may be due to the way it grows out. or whatever They are called wisdom teeth. The dentist will take x-rays to look at the nature and position of the teeth and analyze any abnormalities. Before finding a solution

Why do I need to have my wisdom teeth removed?

Because wisdom teeth are a cause that can cause inflammation of the gums, infection, gum disease, oral abscesses, or cause adjacent teeth to decay more easily, etc. Therefore, most dentists will solve this problem by performing surgery to remove the wisdom teeth.

In some cases, even though the innermost molar can emerge normally, the dentist may still recommend that it be extracted. If you see that the tooth is useless May affect chewing and adjacent teeth. Or there is a possibility that it may cause gum disease or inflammation in that area. This is because maintaining cleanliness in the innermost area of ​​the mouth is difficult. This causes the back molars to decay easily. Including inflammation of the gums. However, the dentist will consider the symptoms and problems and how to solve them that are different for each person receiving the service.

Can wisdom teeth not be removed?

Many people probably wonder if they have wisdom teeth but don't experience any pain. Can I not have surgery? The answer is that it is better to have surgery. Because if wisdom teeth are left crooked or embedded in the jaw bone It may cause many dental health problems. There are many other dental treatments that can be avoided. It is important to have wisdom teeth removed before experiencing wisdom tooth pain. Or having to correct the disease caused by wisdom teeth is a less painful option.

Dentists will recommend wisdom tooth removal when the patient has the following symptoms:

• Affects the bite.
• There is no benefit in using it.
• occurrence of gum disease When the tissue around the wisdom teeth becomes inflamed It causes swelling and is difficult to clean, causing tooth decay as well.
• Tooth decay.  Swelling of the gums from wisdom teeth creates gaps between the teeth. and cause bacteria to grow and cause tooth decay as a result It may cause spread to adjacent teeth. Let it decay as well.
• This causes difficulty in restoring neighboring teeth.
• Orthodontic treatment if the wisdom teeth affect the orthodontic treatment. This causes the orthodontic results to not be as desired.

Each patient will have different teething patterns and symptoms. Therefore, it is up to the dentist's discretion regarding the necessity and best and most appropriate treatment method.

Various symptoms caused by wisdom teeth

• Plaque and bacteria on the teeth and between the gums
• Can easily decay because it is an obstacle to cleaning.
• Impacted teeth can form a cyst around them. Then it can cause the jaw area to be destroyed until it becomes a hole and damage the nerves in the jaw area.
• May cause pain and swelling.
• infectious inflammation
• There is a chance of causing a cyst. เมื่อมีฟันคุดเนื้อเยื่อรอบอาจพัฒนาเป็นถุงน้ำหรือเนื้องงอกได้ And with wisdom teeth that are usually next to the jaw จึงดันเบียดกินกระดูกขากรรไกรไปเรื่อยๆ ในอนาคตจะส่ง ผลให้ใบหน้าผิดรูป There is a chance of losing jaw organs. And the jaw bone breaks easily if there is an impact.

What are the symptoms of wisdom teeth?

Symptoms caused by wisdom teeth beginning to emerge from the gums are as follows:

• Pain in the gum area
• Inflammation and infection
• Swelling of the cheeks and face
• swollen gums

If you are someone who already visits the dentist for a checkup every 6 months - 1 year, between the ages of 17-20 years the dentist will usually recommend an X-ray examination. Check to see what the last tooth looks like. Do you have crowded wisdom teeth? In what position? If detected, the dentist will usually recommend removing the wisdom teeth before there is any pain. Because if you allow your wisdom teeth to continue to grow, it will not be beneficial. It will also have a negative effect on oral health. Undergoing surgery at an early stage helps to avoid problems that will arise later.

Wisdom tooth extraction procedure or wisdom tooth extraction

• The dentist will examine the mouth and determine the need for tooth extraction.
• In some cases, X-rays may be necessary for consideration, which can reveal the condition of the tooth. The tooth root and bone support the tooth.
• The dentist will review the patient's health history. The patient should provide accurate and complete information about his or her health. Especially problems that have occurred when teeth have been extracted. Problems stopping blood flow Health problems such as liver disease and diabetes and allergies to various types of food and drugs, etc.
• Local anesthetic is injected into points nearby the surgery area. Before the injection, the doctor will numb the gum area where the injection will be made. By using local anesthesia, there will be no pain in the area of ​​the gum surgery.
• When the patient feels completely numb. The dentist will begin the surgery by using a knife to cut into the gum tissue to expose the bone and impacted teeth. and divide wisdom teeth into sections to make them easier to take out before gently pinching the tooth fragments out of the wound area
• Remove all remaining tooth or bone fragments. and clean the wound area Then stitches closed the wound.
• The dentist will provide advice and guidelines regarding care after wisdom teeth surgery.
• The dentist will make an appointment to check the wound and cut the stitches. Approximately 7-14 days after surgery.

After tooth extraction or wisdom tooth surgery Patients can go home immediately. The blood will stop within a short time. and the wound will be able to heal itself. But maintaining cleanliness is still important to avoid inflammation and infection around the wound. And you should avoid activities that require a lot of physical exertion.

After wisdom tooth surgery คนไข้อาจมีอาการบวมภายในช่องปากและแก้ม This swelling will be quite severe during the first days after surgery. จากนั้นจะค่อยๆดีขึ้น which can be applied with a cold compress to help reduce swelling

Advice after wisdom tooth surgery

• Apply a cold compress for about 30 minutes immediately after surgery to reduce swelling.
• ควรกัดผ้าก๊อซแน่นๆประมาณ 30 นาที เพื่อห้ามเลือด And you should change a new cloth after that until the bleeding stops.
• Mouthwash should not be used within 6 hours after tooth extraction.
• In case of slight bleeding You should hold the cool salt water for a while.
• You should not rinse with water within 12 hours after withdrawal.
• You can rinse your mouth with salt water (1 teaspoon of salt + 1 glass of warm water) 12 hours after tooth extraction.
• You can brush your teeth normally, but you should be careful around the wound.
• You should eat soft, cool, and bland foods for the first 2 - 3 days.
• Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol.
• The pain can be treated with pain relievers prescribed by your dentist.

During recovery and treatment, during the first days after wisdom tooth surgery you will not be able to eat normally. But you shouldn't fast. and should eat food completely Because it will help you heal faster. In the first 1-2 days you should eat soft food or liquid food and avoid using a drinking straw. Avoid eating hot or spicy food. When the wound begins to heal, you can start eating normally, but you should chew slowly. in order not to affect the wound area which returns to eating normally Whether it's fast or slow will depend on the patient himself whether he feels better or not.

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