A Brief Overview of Wisdom Teeth Removal Surgery Bharuch
Wisdom teeth, or the third molars, are the last to erupt in the mouth. They erupt at around 18-24 years of age on average. In some cases, they remain unerupted or partially erupted due to the lack of space. Wisdom tooth extraction is not indicated in all cases. The indications of wisdom teeth removal surgery Bharuch are provided below. We will also discuss the procedure and aftercare of the surgery in the blog post below by Dr. Sindha Dental Clinic Bharuch.
When is it needed? – Wisdom Teeth Removal Surgery Bharuch
There are cases where wisdom teeth removal is not indicated. If there are no signs and symptoms of damage, the surgery can be postponed. The common signs to watch out for are given below:
- Chronic pain that is not managed by conservative measures
- Recurrent pain in the lower back tooth region
- Swelling around the tooth
- Redness in the soft tissue
- Limited jaw opening due to pain
- Referred pain in the temple region and in the ears
- Referred pain in the neck region sometimes can also be due to wisdom teeth pain
- Bad breath due to pus formation around the third molar region
How is it done? – Wisdom Teeth Removal Surgery Bharuch
Consultation
The first and foremost step is to consult with our experts at Dr. Sindha Dental Clinic Bharuch. We will clinically and radiologically assess your tooth’s condition. Knowing the difficulty level of wisdom tooth surgery is important to formulate a customized treatment plan. If you are taking any medicines or are allergic to any medications, then it must be reported to our team. It helps in better planning for wisdom tooth removal surgery. Medical conditions like hypertension, diabetes, and bleeding disorders require extra precautions while planning the surgery.
Anesthesia
Wisdom tooth removal is generally done under local anesthesia. It is done to make the process comfortable for you. The whole procedure is done after making the tooth and its surrounding area numb.
Removal
Wisdom tooth surgery is done using a surgical method. Once the area is anesthetized, the incision is given to the soft tissue to access the impacted molar.
Bone removal
The bone covering the tooth is removed, and a passage is made to remove the impacted tooth. It might seem complicated, but it is not a major surgery. When done by our expert team, it will be a smooth experience for you.
Post-surgical care
There are specific aftercare measures that you need to follow for proper healing of the surgical site.
Aftercare instructions of Wisdom Teeth Removal Surgery Bharuch
The site is packed with gauze after the surgery. Keep that in place for 45 min to provide the pressure pack. It is vital to control the immediate post-operative bleeding. You can remove the gauze with your clean hands after that. Do not spit it out, as it can dislodge the clot along with the gauze due to forceful spitting. It is also important to note that you can not spit for 24 hrs after the surgery. Place an extra pillow under your head to elevate it the night after surgery. This is to prevent any bleeding. Minor blood oozing is common, but it must be reported to us if you notice heavy bleeding. Avoid brushing the surgical site. Take the medications as prescribed. Avoid hot and spicy food items for better healing. Use cold compression to avoid swelling in the initial 24-48 hrs. Use ice packs from outside the cheeks intermittently to prevent swelling. Also, attend the follow-up visit with our team to monitor the healing.
If you have third molar pain, book your consultation with our Dr. Sindha Dental Clinic team now. The earlier the diagnosis is, the better the planning for removal, if required. We will help you customize the treatment plan to your requirements.
