Wisdom Tooth Removal

Wisdom teeth usually emerge from the gums between the ages of 17 and 24. They are the last teeth to push through the gums, some people never develop wisdom teeth. Wisdom teeth don’t usually cause any trouble and don’t need to be removed, however if there isn’t enough space for them to grow up at the back of your mouth, they will become impacted, they also will cause severe pain swelling or infection. Impacted teeth need to be surgically removed in order to relieve the symptoms.

At The Gentle Dentist your dentist will advise you to rest until the effect of the anesthetic or sedation have passed. After local anesthetic it may take several hours before the feelings come back, you should take special care not to bump or knock the area, you will be able to go home when you feel ready, if you had a general anesthetic or sedation you will need to arrange someone to drive you home, at The Gentle Dentist we will provide you transport if necessary. You may be given painkillers, antibiotics and mouthwash solutions to take home.

What To Do After Surgery

The following tips will help you to speed up your recovery :
• After surgery bite gently on the gauze provided and change it every 30 minutes.
• Call your dentist if you still have bleeding 24 hours after your surgery.
• While your mouth is numb, be careful not to bite the inside of your check or lip, or your tongue.
• For 24 hours after surgery do not expose yourself to too much sun or do exercise, physical activity may increase bleeding.
• Try using an ice pack on the outside of your cheek for the first 24 hours for 2 or 3 days.