Wisdom teeth extraction

The topic of removing third molars, aka wisdom teeth, is one of the most exciting topics for most people. There are many legends about these "mysterious wisdom teeth"... we will tell you what to expect from the operation, what are the indications for it and what are its consequences. In general, we will answer all the questions you have about the removal of these "problem" teeth.

Wisdom tooth...which one is it?

Wisdom teeth are the eighth in number if you start counting from the front teeth. They usually grow in between the ages of 18 and 25, but of course, it's all individual. Usually they erupt one by one, not all at once.

Sometimes, for example, only 2 of them may grow at all, and the rest only after a few years. This is considered normal. Wisdom tooth is called "wisdom", just because it erupts at a later age, unlike other teeth.

By the way, it is also unusual that there are no milk teeth in place of the wisdom teeth.

What are the features of wisdom teeth?

Wisdom teeth differ in structure: they have more curved roots and a larger crown part. The second feature is that these teeth need more room to grow.

From these two features - the shape and the character of eruption - and the so-called "myths" arise:

• the eruption of an wisdom tooth is always painful.
• wisdom teeth are more likely than other teeth to "suffer" from caries.
• wisdom tooth extraction is painful and unpleasant.
• it is better to treat the wisdom tooth rather than extract it.

Let's consistently deal with each of these legends, in what they are justified, and in what they are not. And we will understand how necessary it is to remove the third molars.

"Teething eights are always painful."

We can assure you that it is not always painful. There are many people on the planet who have not even noticed that they have "become wiser": their teeth have grown by themselves, without bothering their owners at all.

So, when there are difficulties with teething wisdom teeth?

• Inflammation of the gingival "hood"
  This situation occurs if only part of the tooth - a few tubercles - has erupted, and the rest remains under the gum. Thus there is a so-called "pocket" in which food gets in, and it begins to hurt. What to do? Go to the doctor. In fact, the problem is solved quite simply: the doctor will make a neat incision, treat the inflamed area, and the tooth is freely pulled out.
• Tilt
  Sometimes teeth are unpredictable in their eruption - or grow in the wrong place, or take some strange position at an angle. wisdom tooth can also grow diagonally and "crash" into the neighboring tooth. Of course, such a collision inevitably causes discomfort, which is eliminated by the removal of the wisdom tooth.
• "Lying eight."
  A variant when the wisdom tooth simply "went crazy" and grew straight horizontally. In this case, the gum becomes inflamed, there is a strong pressure on the "neighbors" and, as a consequence of all this - pain. The solution? "Lying down is not beaten" - they are removed! The doctor gently cuts the gum, then a special instrument divides the tooth into parts and extracts them. This is how the removal of wisdom teeth takes place in advanced dentistry. This technique is relevant for surgery on both the lower jaw and the upper jaw.

"Wisdom teeth are more likely to be affected by tooth decay than other teeth."

Unfortunately, this is not a myth, but the truth. Caries, pulpitis and periodontitis - invariable companions of wisdom tooth. Why? The wisdom tooth is located far enough away - don't you agree that it is not convenient to clean it? This leaves plaque on the surface, and plaque deposits are sure to remain on the other side of the wisdom tooth - it is almost impossible to clean it, especially if we are talking about the upper tooth. Plaque is a favorite environment for bacteria, so caries affects the wisdom tooth especially often. And there is not far off and pulpitis, and periodontitis. Be attentive to the wisdom teeth when cleaning!

"Wisdom tooth extraction is painful and uncomfortable."

No! Dental technology is now at such a level of development that the extraction surgery will be not only painless for you, but also comfortable. How?

• The first is anesthesia. A couple of shots of anesthetic drug is enough to make you feel at ease in the dentist's chair. And further manipulations of the doctor were acceptable to you.
• The second is a piezoscalpel. This is a "magic" tool of the surgeon, with which the removal of even lying teeth will be extremely accurate. Piezoscalpel cuts only hard dental tissues, and on soft tissues its action does not extend at all. Therefore, the operation of extraction with a piezoscalpel is practically non-traumatic, the hole after such a gentle procedure heals much faster.
• The third thing is dental sleep. If you want complete relaxation during surgery, dental sleep is what you need. It is also called sedation. What is it? You inhale a special gas called sevoran and fall asleep while the doctor removes the wisdom tooth. You wake up when all the manipulations are over, rested and calm.

Now you are convinced that the removal of the eighth tooth is quite a calm procedure? And you have nothing to fear. The surgeon will be sympathetic to your condition and will offer the best option for you to solve the problem.

"It's better to treat an wisdom tooth than to extract it".

An ordinary tooth is really worth fighting for in every way possible, but not an wisdom tooth. It has long been considered a vestigial organ, that is, actually useless. The wisdom tooth practically does not participate in the process of chewing, so if there is caries on it, and even more so pulpitis - it is better to carry out an extraction.

wisdom tooth is not only easily affected by decay, but also quickly destroyed. The treated tooth gets sick again and again, so doctors recommend getting rid of such an unreliable element.

Can there be complications already after surgery?

Removal - albeit localized, small, but the operation, which causes certain reactions in the body. What is normal? A slight swelling and fever for 2-3 days. Of course, there will be painful sensations - aching pain, including in the throat, also for a few days. Most importantly, you should feel that the pain every day becomes less and less tangible. From the hole may periodically bleed for 3-4 days, it can be stopped by putting a piece of gauze wrapped several times on the wound and biting it.

Signs of complications:

• Severe swelling that does not go down
• Severe pain that does not go away
• Dryness of the hole - no clotting
• Inflammation
• Heavy bleeding that does not stop
• High fever - over 38°C on day 4 or 5

If you notice the above signs of complications - immediately go to the dentist. He will conduct an examination and eliminate the cause of their appearance.

What happens if you ignore problems with the wisdom teeth

• Soreness
  This is the first signal of wisdom teeth problems.
• Swelling
  Not only cheeks, but also in the ear or throat area.
• Sore throat like a sore throat.
  This symptom is usually accompanied by nausea.
• Fever
  Sometimes there is even a high fever and weakness
• Inflammation and inflammation
  The gums react to the appearance of infection in the tooth
• Enlargement of lymph nodes
  Lymph nodes located under the jaw change in size
• Appearance of neoplasms on the root
  These disorders are detected with the help of X-ray diagnostics