The Wisdom tooth is the last tooth to come out, between the age of 16 and 20 years approximately. The pain during the emerging is usual, but it can also cause other problems.

When it is time for the wisdom tooth to emerge, the cavity is already crowded, so it causes pain; sometimes due to insufficient space and angle changes, which leads to infection in the mouth. This is a very common oral health problem.

Dentists recommend that people should get their teeth regularly checked, especially between the ages of 16 to 20, when it’s time for the wisdom tooth to appear. It is suggested that you get the tooth extracted even if it isn’t alarming, as it won’t affect your oral health in any way.

Extraction Process

The first thing you need to do is to get your mouth checked. The dentist will first make sure that your mouth isn’t infected in anyway due to the wisdom tooth.

There are different ways in which a wisdom tooth can influence oral health; it can cause a minor infection due to pain or it may infect other teeth and make them mobile. If there is an infection, the dentist will most probably delay the extraction process and prescribe antibiotics to cure the infection. Recovery time depends on the nature of the infection.

The wisdom tooth extraction process is considered to be a major surgery. It is normally performed at a dental clinic , but it is recommended that you opt for a hospital, if more than one tooth is to be removed.

The process is not very long, but it needs precision, otherwise it can lead to other complications. The dentist will first inject you with local anesthesia, which will numb the area. The effect of the injection lasts for almost 2 hours. It will be a little uncomfortable, but you won’t feel any pain during the surgery.

If the tooth has already appeared, then it may not take much effort; if not, then the dentist will slit your gum to remove the teeth. Sometimes the bone inside, covers the tooth so, it is cut to loosen up the tooth. In a few cases, the roots are strong; even after disconnecting all the tissues, the gums still holds the tooth firmly, therefore , the tooth is cut into pieces for easy removal.

After a successful removal, the wound will be stitched, which you will require removing after a few days or it may dissolve on its own; the dentist will guide you accordingly.

Precautions to Take After the Surgery

Right after the surgery the wound is highly sensitive and needs extra care to prevent any contagion. Continuous bleeding for 24 hours is normal. Swelling and pain will begin as soon as the effect of anesthesia ends.

A protective blood clot will form to prevent bacteria from entering through the wound, make sure not to discharge it.

Do not brush your teeth for at least a day. Avoid solid food, as it may cause pain or rupture the blood clot, which can lead to infection. Hot food is not to be consumed for a few days.

Primary healing, i.e. healing of the wound requires at least one week, while the secondary healing, which occurs in the gums may take up to 6 weeks or more, depending on how well you take care and how fast is your healing capability.

It is necessary to opt for a well reputed denture clinic for all of your dental issues, and experience and professionalism are very important factors. Shore Denture Clinic is one of the most reputed Edmonton denture clinics, with highly experienced professionals and the latest equipment to take care of your oral health like no other.