What are wisdom teeth?

Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars that emerge in the back corners of the mouth. They’re called “wisdom” teeth because they emerge during adulthood, when most people have acquired at least some degree of wisdom.

Advantages of wisdom teeth removal

Fortunately, wisdom teeth don’t serve any purpose. So, if you seek to have them removed, it’s typically because they cause pain, infection, or impaction.

Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars. These teeth often grow in when a person is between 17 and 25 years old. Some people never get wisdom teeth, while others have them removed.

Wisdom teeth don’t help a person chew or eat. This means that they don’t have any functional purpose. These teeth can also cause crowding, which can lead to other dental issues.

Wisdom teeth can push against your other teeth. This can cause your teeth to become misaligned.

Disadvantages of wisdom teeth removal

Some people stay their entire lives without getting their wisdom teeth pulled. However, some feel that they do not gain enough dental benefits from wisdom teeth extraction to justify the cost of the surgery.

During the procedure, patients will have to get anesthesia. This can make people feel groggy and disoriented after they wake up. If the wisdom teeth removal procedure is done when the teeth are impacted, patients might experience bleeding. The dentist will have to perform stitches to stop the bleeding.

Wisdom teeth can also be difficult to clean. This can cause bacteria to form on the teeth, which can result in tooth decay, cavities, and gum disease.

What are the treatment options for wisdom teeth?

When a wisdom tooth begins to emerge, it can damage adjacent teeth, gums, and bone. This damage may lead to complications that impact a patient’s oral and overall health. When these complications are severe, it’s necessary to remove the tooth. Drs. Ali & Ali and our staff strongly recommends removing wisdom teeth to prevent the following:

How to prepare for wisdom teeth removal

If you are getting wisdom teeth removal, it’s important to prepare for the big day. The day of your appointment, it’s important to make sure you have a driver with you. You will not be able to drive yourself after the procedure. Here are the things you will need to do for wisdom teeth removal:

What happens during wisdom teeth removal?

Your dentist will numb the area to reduce any discomfort. You may feel some pressure during the procedure, but you shouldn’t feel any pain. Once your mouth is numb, your dentist will insert the dental tool into your mouth to remove the tooth. This part of the procedure usually takes 5 to 10 minutes.

What to Expect After Wisdom Teeth Removal?

Recovering from wisdom teeth removal takes anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. The day of the procedure is usually the most uncomfortable, as anesthesia wears off, but soreness should subside on its own within a few days.

Over-the-counter pain medications, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, can help manage pain. Your dentist might also prescribe medication to help manage pain and swelling.

Wisdom teeth are a third set of molars that typically develop in young adults between the ages of 17 and 25. These teeth often develop in crooked or misaligned, which can cause discomfort and make it difficult to properly clean the teeth.

Wisdom teeth are also prone to decay and gum disease, which is why they are often removed to prevent further complications. If wisdom teeth do not grow in properly, they can become impacted inside the gums. Impacted wisdom teeth can cause damage to surrounding teeth, as well as develop bacteria and infections.

If wisdom teeth do not grow in properly, they can become impacted inside the gums. Impacted wisdom teeth can cause damage to surrounding teeth, as well as develop bacteria and infections.