WISDOM EXTRACTION TEETH

WISDOM EXTRACTION TEETH

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Wisdom teeth can come in at any point throughout our life. Some of us get them when we’re still in adolescence, and having an experienced pediatric dentist is just as important, if not more, than ever! Wisdom teeth are painful and often disrupt the teeth that have already settled in. There isn’t anything worse than the pain of a toothache, especially when you have no idea when it will happen or how long it will last.

If you suspect your child may be experiencing complications due to wisdom teeth, make an appointment or mention it the next time you’re in the doctor’s office. It is important that you do not wait to make that call because pain can increase quickly and not subside until the teeth or tooth has been entirely removed.

WHY SHOULD YOU REMOVE THEM?

There are more reasons than one why wisdom teeth need to be extracted! These teeth are not meant to stay in your child’s mouth if they are causing discomfort, but more than that, they can cause infection, crowding, and intense pain. With all of these possibilities, your child’s surrounding molars will begin to damage and even decay. Impacted wisdom teeth will form infection causing permanent nerve, jawbone, and surrounding teeth damage. There have been reported cases of masses growing from the growth in the walls of the tooth, and more extensive surgeries, on top of teeth removal, will be needed.

IMPACTED TEETH AND POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS

The best thing to do is to get them removed

TREATMENT FOR WISDOM TEETH

The best course of action is to have these teeth removed immediately. Once their roots form, they become difficult to remove without it being invasive, but it has to happen. Surrounding structures will begin to suffer if there is not enough room for the teeth to come through.

Incisions remove impacted teeth in the gums to expose the wisdom tooth fully, which will then be removed. Any stitches placed on the open areas will fall later down the road.

Different forms of anesthesia may be used to keep your child from hearing the tools or feeling the pain. Talk to your specific doctor for more information.

COMPLICATIONS

Some issues can occur with any surgery; however, not having these teeth removed will not be a healthy decision either. Listening to post-surgery directions on food, cleanings, and liquids is essential. If you do not listen to your doctor, there is a list of possible injuries your child may sustain. Still, post-surgery it is important to remember that your child will be in uncomfortable pain, but persisting pain, sinus issues, or abnormal swelling are signs that you need to bring your child back in. Dry sockets are another possibility with pediatric wisdom teeth removal, ask your doctor for signs and how to handle them if they occur.

RECOVERY TIME

How to go home!

Swelling is inevitable. For the first 72 hours, it is important to have an ice pack on the area to help reduce swelling, which will help the tissues in the surrounding areas begin to heal. Soft foods are the only foods your child should eat for a couple of days, and if their pain tolerance is low, they may want to stick to soft foods for a more extended period. In the days preceding, ensure that your adolescent avoids: