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Wisdom Teeth Removal

No one wants to hear that they need to have one, let alone four, teeth removed, but wisdom teeth removal is a common dental procedure aimed at eliminating several dental issues, preserving your other teeth and keeping your gums healthy.

Fortunately, Dr Vawda, Dr Gourlay and the rest of the Willow Dental Care team can effectively remove your wisdom teeth, and if you’re feeling anxious or scared about the procedure, we understand! That’s why we offer nitrous oxide to keep you calm and comfortable, allowing you to receive the care you deserve without worry.

What Are Wisdom Teeth?

Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are the last teeth to erupt at the very back of your mouth. Historically, humans needed these extra molars to chew tough, raw foods such as roots and meat, but that’s no longer the case.

Most adults get their wisdom teeth between 17 and 25 years old. For some, wisdom teeth don’t cause any concerns, but for many people, there simply isn’t enough space to accommodate four extra teeth. This often leads to crowding issues or impaction, where your teeth get trapped under your gums and jawbone.

The Benefits of Wisdom Teeth Removal: What You Should Know

You may not think that tooth extraction is ever a good thing, but the truth is that sometimes removing your wisdom teeth can actually improve your oral health. Here’s how:

Prevents Damage and Crowding
Removing your wisdom teeth often eliminates pressure on your neighbouring teeth, and this could eliminate the need for clear aligners or traditional braces. Wisdom tooth extraction can also decrease the need for other dental treatments.
Stops Decay and Gum Disease
Because your wisdom teeth are located at the very back of your mouth, they can be difficult to clean, leading to tooth decay or periodontal disease. Removing your wisdom teeth keeps food debris from collecting in these areas.
Eliminates Pain and Impaction
When your wisdom teeth get trapped beneath your gum line, it can lead to several uncomfortable issues, including headaches, jaw stiffness and in the worst cases, severe facial pain that doesn’t subside, even when you take medication.

Frequently Asked Questions

Post Extraction Instructions

Extraction sites generally heal over within 7 days following surgery. Healing may be delayed in smokers and patients with medical conditions. 

First 24 hours after extraction

Numbness

  • Numbness of your lip or palate may persist for several hours after the procedure.
  • Avoid eating hard chewy foods and drinking hot liquids until the anaesthetic has worn off to prevent injury from accidentally biting yourself.

Bleeding

  • Minor bleeding that results in a pinkish tinge to your saliva is normal and may occur for the first 24 hours after the extraction
  • Avoid rinsing or spitting as this may dislodge the clot
  • Avoid heavy physical exertion for 24 hours
  • If slightly heavier bleeding occurs:
  • Place a piece of gauze over the extraction site
  • Bite firmly on the gauze for at least 30 minutes
  • Rest quietly with your head elevated

If the bleeding continues, call the practice on 8610 6697 or if required seek medical attention.

Pain

  • If required, take over-the-counter pain medication in accordance with the instructions on the box, taking care to keep within maximum daily dosages
  • Avoid taking aspirin
  • If pain medication has been prescribed, take it as instructed by the practitioner / dentist
  • Notify the practice immediately of any problems that may arise from medications being taken

 

Brushing and flossing within the first 24 hours after the surgery

  • Avoid rinsing your mouth vigorously
  • Brush your teeth gently but thoroughly and avoid brushing directly on the extraction  site

 

The days after surgery

  • If numbness persists after 24 hours, please call our practice immediately
  • Do not smoke for at least 48 hours
  • Avoid food with nuts, seeds, popcorn, etc, which may get lodged in the socket areas.

 

Sutures / stitches

  • Sutures will resorb or fall out on their own usually 5-7 days after the surgery
  • If sutures need to be removed, your practitioner/dentist will schedule a follow up appointment with you

 

If you experience constant and radiating pain 5-7 days after the surgery, call our practice immediately on 8610 6697.

 

If you do have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us.

The Step-by-Step Procedure

During your consultation, we’ll explain the extraction process, answer your questions and ease your mind about this straightforward treatment.

Here’s what will happen on the day of your procedure:

  1. First, we’ll completely numb your mouth so you won’t feel anything. And if you choose nitrous oxide, we’ll administer it before we begin.
  2. If one or more of your wisdom teeth are impacted, we’ll need to make a small incision in your gums to expose your tooth.
  3. We’ll remove any bone that keeps us from accessing your tooth’s roots.
  4. If necessary, we’ll cut your tooth into sections to make removal easier.
  5. Using special dental tools, we’ll gently loosen and remove each part of your tooth.
  6. We’ll clean and disinfect the empty socket to prevent infection before repositioning your gum tissue and stitching the area.
  7. You’ll bite down on gauze to control the bleeding and encourage blood clot formation.

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Wisdom Teeth Removal in Norwest and Beyond

At Willow Dental Care, we serve families from Norwest and the surrounding communities, including Bella Vista, Baulkham Hills, Glenwood, Kellyville, Winston Hills, Castle Hill and Stanhope Gardens, and we’d love to welcome you and your loved ones to our comfortable dental clinic.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us for all your dental needs.

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