Wisdom teeth are the last
set of molars that people usually get once they reach their late
teens or early twenties. At times, when these teeth are properly
aligned and healthy, they become an important asset. Unfortunately,
these teeth are often misaligned or impacted and will need removal.
To know if you have a
problem with your wisdom tooth, you should schedule an appointment
with your trusted dentist. When you go to the dental office, an x-ray
will be done to assess the presence and alignment of your wisdom
teeth. By doing this, the dentist may recommend whether the wisdom
teeth needs to be extracted to prevent potential problems.
Extraction of wisdom teeth
may depend on their position and stage of development. If the wisdom
tooth is fully erupted through the gum, then it can be removed just
like a normal tooth. However, if it is partially covered by the gums
or deeply planted on the jawbone, oral surgery may be necessary for
complete and convenient removal.
So what happens once a
wisdom tooth is removed? In the first 24 hours, the face may swell,
particularly in the affected area. Also, slight bleeding may occur
several hours after the tooth was extracted. For pain management,
patients are prescribed pain relievers that they can take for the
first few days.
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