Wisdom Teeth Removal

WHAT ARE WISDOM TEETH?

Wisdom teeth are also known as third molar teeth. They are located at the back of the upper and lower jaws and are the last teeth to emerge in the oral cavity. Most people have four wisdom teeth at the back of the mouth — two on the top, two on the bottom. Impacted wisdom teeth are third molars at the back of the mouth that don’t have enough room to emerge or develop normally. Impacted wisdom teeth can result in pain, damage to other teeth and other dental problems. In some cases, impacted wisdom teeth may cause no apparent or immediate problems. But because they’re hard to clean, they may be more vulnerable to tooth decay and gum disease than other teeth are. Impacted wisdom teeth that cause pain or other dental complications are usually removed.

BEFORE & AFTER PICTURE GALLERY

WISDOM TOOTH TREATMENT : REMOVAL OF MALPOSITIONED WISDOM TOOTH

GROSSLY DECAYED TOOTH TREATMENT : REMOVAL OF TOOTH

GROSSLY DECAYED TOOTH TREATMENT : REMOVAL OF TOOTH

WISDOM TOOTH REMOVAL

WHAT PROBLEMS CAN ARISE DUE TO IMPACTED THIRD MOLAR TEETH?

Impacted or partially erupted wisdom teeth can cause various oral health problems. It is imperative to seek dental treatment if the impacted third molar teeth cause problems like:

Improperly positioned wisdom teeth can cause entrapment of food particles, resulting in bacterial growth which may lead to caries. Improperly positioned teeth can also lead to difficulty in flossing between the wisdom teeth and the adjacent tooth, which further increases periodontal problems and the risk for tooth caries.
Partially erupted wisdom teeth may allow bacteria to pass through the gums, which further increases the chances for pain, infection and swelling in the gums. Affected individuals may face problems like stiffness in the jaws and restricted mouth opening.
Impacted wisdom teeth acquire space in the dental arch which may lead to crowding of other teeth. Tooth crowding may affect the overall aesthetics and results in crooked appearance of the teeth.
Impacted wisdom teeth increase the chances of cyst formation. This can damage the roots of the adjacent teeth and bone supporting the teeth.

WHEN DOES A WISDOM TOOTH REQUIRE REMOVAL?

It is imperative to seek a dental professional if wisdom teeth cause problems in the oral cavity. Below are some signs and symptoms under which wisdom teeth may require removal from the oral cavity:

Pain in the area surrounding the wisdom teeth
Infection in the bone or gums surrounding the tooth
Cysts and tumours which develop due to impacted teeth
Caries which may occur to partially erupted third molar teeth or adjacent teeth
Periodontal problems like pockets, gum inflammation and infection

Wisdom teeth may also require removal during the course of orthodontic treatment. Wisdom teeth acquire space in the dental arch thereby making less room for other teeth. Post wisdom teeth removal an orthodontist applies braces to other teeth; which allows proper positioning of the misaligned teeth.

SYMPTOMS

Impacted wisdom teeth don’t always cause symptoms. However, when an impacted wisdom tooth becomes infected, damages other teeth or causes other dental problems, you may experience some of these signs or symptoms:

Red or swollen gums
Tender or bleeding gums
Jaw pain
Swelling around the jaw
Bad breath
An unpleasant taste in your mouth
Difficulty opening your mouth

CAUSES

An impacted wisdom tooth may partially emerge so that some of the crown is visible (partially impacted), or it may never break through the gums (fully impacted). Whether partially or fully impacted, the tooth may:

Grow at an angle toward the next tooth (second molar)
Grow at an angle toward the back of the mouth
Grow at a right angle to the other teeth, as if the wisdom tooth is "lying down" within the jawbone
Grow straight up or down like other teeth but stay trapped within the jawbone.

COMPLICATIONS

Impacted wisdom teeth can cause several problems in the mouth:

Damage to other teeth

If the wisdom tooth pushes against the second molar, it may damage the second molar or increase the risk of infection in that area. This pressure can also cause problems with crowding of the other teeth or require orthodontic treatment to straighten other teeth.

Cysts

The wisdom tooth develops in a sac within the jawbone. The sac can fill with fluid, forming a cyst that can damage the jawbone, teeth and nerves. Rarely, a tumor — usually noncancerous (benign) — develops. This complication may require removal of tissue and bone.

Decay

Partially impacted wisdom teeth appear to be at higher risk of tooth decay (caries) than other teeth. This probably occurs because wisdom teeth are harder to clean and because food and bacteria get easily trapped between the gum and a partially erupted tooth.

Gum disease

The difficulty cleaning impacted, partially erupted wisdom teeth increases the risk of developing a painful, inflammatory gum condition called pericoronitis (per-ih-kor-o-NI-tis) in that area.

PROCEDURE FOR WISDOM TOOTH EXTRACTION

Wisdom tooth extraction usually takes an hour or less. Complex cases may take longer. The day of your procedure, your surgeon will:

Give you anaesthesia to numb your teeth and gums and keep you comfortable. (If you choose sedation, they’ll give you sedative medications, as well.)
Make incisions (cuts) in your gums, if necessary, to expose teeth trapped in your gums or jawbone.
Carefully loosen your wisdom tooth and lift it from its socket. (They may need to divide your tooth into sections for easier removal.)
Clean the area to make sure there’s no infection.
Place stitches to close the surgical site, if necessary.
Place gauze over the sockets to slow bleeding.

After wisdom teeth removal, you can expect mild discomfort, slight bleeding and swelling. Your oral surgeon will give you instructions for wisdom teeth management to ease these side effects. Once your sedation wears off enough, a trusted friend or family member will drive you home.

WISDOM TEETH EXTRACTION COST AT JAPJEE DENTAL

Not every individual might need Wisdom tooth removal surgery, but it’s generally recommended to avoid any problems in the future like decaying of neighbouring teeth, inflammation, pericoronitis, cyst formation, and severe infection. If you’re thinking about wisdom tooth extraction cost, Japjee Dental offers an affordable wisdom tooth extraction procedure in India. Our cost of wisdom teeth removal starts from Rs. _____________ and can go up to Rs. ________________. With our dental experts and Oral Surgeons, you can expect a comfortable and painless wisdom tooth extraction process.

TIPS AFTER TOOTH EXTRACTION

Remove the cotton pack after 30 minutes.
Take ice cream, juice or milk immediately.
Do not speak for 30 minutes.
Don't spit for 24 hrs.
Do not touch the wound area.
Avoid exercise today.
Avoid sleeping this side today.
Do not take hot food or liquids for today.
Take only cold & liquid diet for today like juice, ice cream, milk, lassi.
Later in the day take cold daal daliya or khichdi.
After 24 hours have warm saline rinses for 7 days in 7 times in a day.
Brush regularly .
Take medication on time.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do Wisdom Teeth Need To Be Removed?

It depends on how they have erupted and grown. In many instances, it is seen that the mouth does not have enough space, thus causing crowding impacted wisdom tooth. In such cases, the wisdom teeth need to be removed. If they have grown without any hassle, then there is no need.

Do They Put You On Anaesthesia For The Procedure?

Dentists usually prefer to numb the area before wisdom tooth extraction, and thus recommend a local anaesthesia. If you need to get them removed, consult an expert dentist at your nearest Japjee Dental clinic.

How Long Does The Pain Last After The Removal Of Wisdom Teeth?

The wisdom tooth pain may be there for at most a couple of days. In these days, you will need to take all the necessary precautions as directed by your dentist.

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