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Wisdom Tooth Surgery
The wisdom tooth (or third molar) is usually the last tooth to erupt into the mouth any time after about 16 years of age. Frequently there is not enough room to accommodate wisdom teeth and as such they do not come into the mouth normally.
When this happens, the wisdom teeth are said to be “impacted”. Wisdom teeth are usually either impacted forwards into the front tooth or backwards into the jaw bone.
When should wisdom teeth be removed?
An impacted wisdom tooth can cause a number of problems, hence the need for removal. Most commonly these are:
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The gums surrounding the impacted tooth may become infected repeatedly, which can result in pain and swelling. The accumulation of food particles between the wisdom tooth and the tooth in front can cause decay and damage to the tooth over time.
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Some deeply impacted wisdom teeth can cause formation of cysts that may damage surrounding nerves, teeth, and bone.
What to expect after the operation?
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Discomfort and swelling in the face and mouth typically last for the first three days after surgery and may take up to two weeks to fully resolve.
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Temporary skin discoloration over the swelling and soreness at the corner of your lips can occur.
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Cheek tightness and restricted mouth opening may make chewing difficult, so a soft diet is recommended for about a week.
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Slight bleeding from the stitched area can be stopped by biting on gauze for 20 minutes after surgery.
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To prevent bleeding, avoid hot drinks and rinsing your mouth too vigorously.
Our Dentist
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Who are the best candidates for dental implants?Some patients who are candidates for dental implants are patients that: Have missing teeth Have gums and teeth that are healthy enough to withstand surgery Are healthy enough and don’t have other ongoing health conditions that prevent them from undergoing surgery or might affect post-surgical healing
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What type of anaesthetic is used?For implant dentistry, only local anaesthesia is needed.
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Is there any downtime? What are the post-surgery procedures?Most patients recover within a week with minimal complications. In exceptional cases, dental implants may fail due to infection around the surgical site or excessive force from the natural bite. In order to reduce the risk, observe good dental hygiene habits and adhere to the follow up schedule prescribed by our dentist. Avoid putting unnecessary pressure on your implant by grinding your teeth or eating overly hard foods.
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Will there be post-surgery complications?Majority of the patients recover within the normal recovery time frame. In some exceptional cases, where the dental implants fail, arising from infection around the implant site or if their bites are not adjusted properly. This might also contribute to the implant failing. In order to reduce the risk, observe good dental hygiene habits and adhere to the follow up schedule prescribed by our dentist. Avoid putting unnecessary pressure on your implant by grinding your teeth or eating overly hard foods.
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How is the procedure different from regular dental procedures?Laser dentistry, employing focused light beams, offers precision, reduced discomfort and minimized bleeding compared with traditional methods. It minimizes the need for drills, decreases swelling and accelerates healing. Lasers provides a modern alternative with improved patient experience and faster recovery.