At Enhance Dental Centre, we understand how important your oral health is. Wisdom tooth removal is a complex procedure that you may need to consider. Our highly skilled team uses painless and efficient techniques to remove your wisdom teeth, helping you avoid discomfort and complications from impacted or overcrowded teeth.
Wisdom teeth are often recommended for removal to prevent a multitude of dental issues. If these teeth are extracted during the early to mid-teen years when they are smaller, the procedure is much easier.
Reasons for wisdom tooth removal include:
Cause Fewer Orthodontic Problems:
As wisdom teeth grow, they can crowd your other teeth and damage neighboring molars. If there’s not enough room, they may push other teeth out of alignment over time. By removing wisdom teeth, you reduce the risk of needing braces or costly surgery to correct misaligned teeth.
High Reduction of Damage Neighboring Teeth:
Impacted wisdom teeth can press against adjacent teeth, weakening their roots and providing an entry point for bacteria to attack the enamel. This makes neighboring teeth more susceptible to cavities and bone loss. Erupted wisdom teeth are hard to clean, especially if they’re impacted. By removing them, you may avoid the need for costly root canals and fillings that will cause pain in the future.
Reduce the Risk of Disease and Inflammation:
Wisdom teeth are a common source of increased risk for cavities and gum disease. Impacted wisdom teeth often lead to inflammation of the gum tissue covering the tooth. If these infections spread beneath the gum, they can affect nerves or even enter the bloodstream, potentially leading to serious conditions like sepsis.
Lessen Orofacial Pain:
Removing wisdom teeth can alleviate discomfort such as pressure and sensitivity in your gums and teeth. This can improve your quality of life and reduce restrictions on what you can eat. Pressure from wisdom teeth can also lead to chronic headaches.
Prevent Cysts, Tumors, and Jaw Damage:
Impacted wisdom teeth can harbor bacteria, leading to the formation of cysts or tumors that infect the jawbone. This can cause severe pain in the jaw joint.
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Your treatment begins with a thorough examination, including a Panoramic X-ray, to evaluate the position of your wisdom teeth. In some cases a Cone Beam CT Scan (CBCT) may be needed if your wisdom teeth are close or wrapped around jaw nerves. Our team will recommend the most appropriate treatment option and review each step with you. The procedure is effective and performed using local anesthesia or sedation to ensure your comfort.
We also offer conscious oral sedation for those patients that are particular anxious about dental procedures
During the Extraction:
Recovery after wisdom tooth removal is usually quick if you follow proper care guidelines, which include:
Controlling Bleeding and Swelling
Rest and Activity
Diet and Hygiene
Pain Management
We will schedule follow-up appointments to ensure everything is healing properly. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any concerns during your recovery.
At Enhance Dental Centre, we combine advanced dental technology with compassionate care to make your wisdom teeth removal as comfortable as possible. We’re dedicated to delivering exceptional patient experiences, ensuring you feel safe and informed every step of the way.
Don’t wait until wisdom teeth cause discomfort or pain. Schedule a consultation with Enhance Dental Centre and take the first step toward maintaining a healthy, pain-free smile.
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Recovery usually takes one to two weeks, but most people can return to school, work, and daily activities in about two to five days. We’ll provide clear instructions to ensure you’re comfortable during healing.
Wisdom teeth are usually removed if they cause problems or might cause issues later. Preventing future issues is of high priority. In some cases you may not be necessary but your dentist can advise as needed.Also, the removal process can have some discomfort and potential side effects.
Watch for excessive bleeding, severe pain, fever, or signs of infection. Contact us immediately if you experience any of these.
Wait until the anesthesia wears off before eating. For the first 24 hours, avoid solid foods. Stick to soft foods like scrambled eggs and mashed potatoes.
You may experience swelling, bruising, and some pain for a few days. Most patients notice improvement within a few days.
Bleeding should stop within about 4 hours after surgery. You may have some slight oozing or occasional bleeding for up to 1 to 2 weeks, which is normal. To control bleeding, gently bite down on a wet gauze pad at the extraction site for 45 minutes to an hour.
