“A man begins

cutting his wisdom

teeth the first time

he bites off more

than he can chew.”

- Herb Caen

Wisdom Teeth – An Insight

Wisdom teeth are third or final set of molars which one might get in their late teens or early twenties. Healthy and properly aligned wisdom teeth proves to be a valuable asset to the mouth. But, if it is misaligned, then it requires removal.

Poorly aligned wisdom teeth can crowd and damage the neighbouring teeth, jawbone, or nerves.

Partially erupted or partially grown wisdom teeth harbours bacteria and cause infection leading to swelling, pain and general illness. This is because, the wisdom teeth are at the back and brushing and flossing becomes difficult.

Wisdom Teeth Removal Ease or complication of wisdom teeth removal depends on the position of the teeth. If a wisdom tooth has fully erupted through the gum that it can be easily extracted as other tooth. But, if the wisdom tooth is underneath the gums, then it requires an incision.

The surrounding tissue will be numbed prior to tooth removal.

Recovery The speed of recovery after wisdom teeth removal depends on the degree of complication involved during extraction. However, you can expect the following after tooth extraction

Bleeding

Facial Swelling

Restriction to liquid diet only

24 Hours after Wisdom Tooth

Removal

After treating the swelling with ice

during the first 24 hours, apply moist

warm towel on the affected area.

Rinse mouth with warm salt water

If you have stitches that are not self-

dissolving type, visit your dentist

after a week and get it removed.

For wisdom teeth removal in Sydney, contact Emergency Dentist Australia

Ph.: 1800 947 366

Website: www.dentistemergencysydney.com