WISDOM TEETH
Wisdom Teeth are the most distal molars – they grow at the very back. Wisdom teeth usually appear between the ages of 17 – 25, and most adults have four wisdom teeth; a third molar in each of the four quadrants.
When wisdom teeth affect the other teeth by coming in sideways, they are removed in order to avoid pain, infection and inflammation which result from the lack of open connection between the wisdom tooth/teeth and the mouth.
Adolescence is when we start screening our patients for wisdom teeth. This is done through clinical examinations and X-Rays. A very common issue that arises as a result of the eruption of your wisdom teeth is when they become impacted. Impacted wisdom teeth are wisdom teeth that do not erupt properly into the mouth due to lack of space and jaw facilitation, instead the root gets stuck in the jaw, and is accompanied by inflammation, pain, discomfort and infection.
The removal of fully erupted wisdom teeth is a straightforward procedure which can be performed by your dentist in a single appointment and is performed under local anesthetic.
The post-operative pain and discomfort – present the most on the first day after the procedure is performed, is effectively managed with ibuprofen or paracetamol, and by day 2-3, patients return to work/study.
Impacted or partially erupted teeth can be removed surgically by highly trained Oral surgeons under sedation, Nitrous Oxide or Local anaesthetic – for pain reduction and patient anxiety management.
An informed patient is the best kind of patient that the surgery strives for, and, Dr Kanikevich ensures her patients are well informed, feel confident in the successful out come and know they are well taken care of; before, during and after the procedure.
Book your FREE* consultation today and get yourself or your teen screened for wisdom teeth as soon as possible. Prevention is always preferable to repair!
Regular dental visits are important because they help spot oral health problems early-on when treatment is likely to be simpler and more affordable. They also help prevent many oral problems from developing in the first place.
Visiting your dentist regularly is also important because some diseases or medical conditions have symptoms that can appear in the mouth.
Even if you don’t have any symptoms that may appear obvious to you, you should still see your dentist regularly for check-ups as you may have severe problems that only a dentist can diagnose. Regular visits to the dentist can also help prevent any issues from developing. Keeping your mouth healthy is essential to your overall health.
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