Extracting Wisdom Teeth- Is It Necessary?
No. When there is adequate room the wisdom teeth can erupt into the mouth in the correct position and function as a valuable asset or they may remain unerupted and cause no problems. However, this is usually not the case.
Wisdom teeth are the third molars that appear in a teenager or young adult. When correctly aligned they don’t cause any issues, but many experience overcrowding which start moving other teeth. This can prove problematic with cleaning, food being trapped or an imperfect smile.
Why is it important to look after one’s wisdom teeth? Wisdom teeth that are not totally erupted require extra care. This is to prevent infection and cavities. It is essential to properly brush around these hard to reach teeth and floss the wisdom tooth well and the tooth in front
Once your wisdom teeth come in it’s important you come have a conversation with us at Chinook Mall Family Dental Clinic to go over your options and get a full check up.
Why do you need to get Wisdom Teeth removed
Wisdom teeth problems can cause pain, swelling and difficulty in opening your mouth. Dr. Charchuk is skilled and experienced in wisdom teeth removal and can evaluate and remove wisdom teeth under sedation, in a safe, convenient manner. It is best to extract your wisdom teeth before they even start to cause problems.
The size, shape, position and number of wisdom teeth vary in different people. Wisdom teeth can be the cause of pain in many different ways including:
- decay or tooth rot
- swellings and gum infections
- dental cysts
- abscesses
Wisdom teeth can also cause damage to the teeth in front through pressure, resorption and decay. Where there is not enough room for the wisdom teeth to erupt properly, they may grow sideways (impacted) and may even cause crowding of your other teeth.
Most people end up requiring removal of their wisdom teeth for the above reasons.
Wisdom Tooth Extraction Procedure
Here is an outline of what you can expect during your wisdom tooth removal:
- A local, sedation or general anaesthesia will be used in order to numb your mouth and/or suppress your consciousness during the surgery
- An incision will be made in the gum to expose the tooth and bone
- If any bone is blocking access to the root of the tooth, it will be removed
- If the tooth is difficult to remove, it may be divided into several pieces
- The tooth is removed
- The extraction site is cleaned and any remaining debris is removed
- The site is stitched up if required for healing
- A gauze is placed over the site to control any bleeding and assist the formation of a blood clot.
It’s important to look after your permanent teeth. Don’t let wisdom teeth over crowd and ruin your smile. Book in for an appointment at Chinook Mall Family Dental Clinic for a full check up and to discuss your wisdom teeth concerns.
