Wisdom Tooth Extractions Stone Mountain
Removing Unnecessary
Teeth for Your Good
Are you struggling with chronic jaw pain? If you haven’t had your wisdom teeth removed yet, there’s a good chance that they are the culprit. The best thing to do is to schedule an appointment with our team at Rausch Family Dentistry. That way, our dental experts can determine if you’d benefit from this procedure and, if that’s the case, begin working on your custom treatment plan. In the meantime, you can read on to learn more on the topic, including what you can expect during the recovery process.
Why Choose Rausch Family Dentistry for Wisdom Tooth Extractions?
- Digital Imaging for Enhanced Precision Planning
- Our Team Will Happily File Any Insurance Claims
- Nitrous Oxide & Oral Conscious Sedation Available
What Are Wisdom Teeth?
Simply put, wisdom teeth are the third set of molars. It’s believed that they earned this nickname due to when they erupt. While the first and second molars emerge in childhood, the third set usually makes an appearance in the late teens or early twenties. Since wisdom comes with age, they were deemed “wisdom teeth.”
Why Do Wisdom Teeth Need to Be Removed?
Not all patients require wisdom tooth extraction, as their teeth may fully erupt with no complications. If there isn’t enough room in the mouth for the third set of molars to emerge or their presence increases the risk of cysts developing, then that’s a different story. Unfortunately, this is usually the case for patients between the ages of 16 and 25, which is why this emergency dental treatment is viewed as a rite of passage.
What to Expect from the Wisdom Teeth Procedure
There are two different types of wisdom tooth removal: simple and surgical. The only way to know which one you will need is to allow one of our dentists to perform a thorough examination. Once we determine if your wisdom teeth have partially erupted or are impacted, we will determine which method to use.
For simple extractions, our team will use a dental elevator and dental forceps to remove each tooth. Once it is lifted from its socket, the tooth will be moved back and forth until it releases from the ligaments. For surgical extractions, we will need to make a small opening in the gums so that the impacted tooth is exposed. Careful to avoid much of the bone, we will separate the tooth into pieces and carefully extract each one.
Recovering from Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Following the procedure, it’s important to:
- Take prescribed or OTC pain medication as directed
- Use a cold compress for towel-wrapped icepack for 10 minutes at a time
- Stick to extremely soft foods, like plain yogurt and applesauce
- Drink plenty of water (without using a straw)
- Not smoking, spitting, or exercising
If you have any questions for our team about wisdom tooth extractions, including how to prepare for the procedure, take the next step: schedule an appointment with us!
