Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Wisdom tooth / third molar, is the last tooth to erupt in the oral cavity. It usually erupts after the age of 18 years.

Advantages of Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Prevention of potential complications from impacted wisdom teeth.
Alleviation of pain and discomfort caused by problematic eruption.
Prevention of infections, such as pericoronitis.
Avoidance of damage to adjacent teeth, nerves, and jawbone.
Orthodontic benefits by preventing shifts in alignment.
Reduced risk of cyst or tumor formation around impacted teeth.
Improved oral hygiene by removing hard-to-reach wisdom teeth.

Frequently Asked Questions on Wisdom Tooth Extraction

WHY DOES WISDOM TOOTH CAUSE TROUBLE?

As human race evolves, there is decrease in the jaw size. So, the last tooth (wisdom tooth) is
left with less space to erupt, resulting in no eruption or faulty eruption at difficult angles.
They are positioned in such a place where eating with it and keeping it clean is difficult. All
these results in formation of cavities in the tooth. So, it is advisable to get it extracted.

IS IT ADVISABLE TO GET ALL WISDOM TEETH EXTRACTED?

Not at all, as long as it is not causing any pain or decay it can be left alone. It is advisable to
remove if patient encounters repeated problems.

IS WISDOM TOOTH EXTRACTION PAINFUL?

No tooth removal is painful including wisdom tooth. The tooth is anesthetised before the
procedure and post extraction pain will be alleviated with adequate pain killers.

WHAT ARE THE DO’S AND DONT’S BEFORE AND AFTER THE PROCEDURE?

BEFORE THE PROCEDURE:
History of any medical/surgical illnesses and any usage of medication has to be revealed to
your dentist. Fasting status is not required before the procedure.
AFTER THE PROCEDURE:
Advised to take medications as per prescription. Start rinsing mouth with Luke warm saline
water after 24hrs of procedure for 5-6 times in a day. Stay away from alcohol and smoke for
3-4 days post procedure.