The thought of tooth extraction is intimidating for many people, especially when it comes to removing wisdom teeth. Knowing what to expect can help relieve any anxiety or fear you may have about this treatment. In the following FAQs, our team at Precision Dental Clinic in Dubai provides more insight into wisdom teeth removal.
What are wisdom teeth?
Wisdom teeth are often referred to as “third molars” that generally appear between the ages of 17 and 25. This is after all your other teeth have come in, which doesn’t leave too much space in your mouth for these extra teeth to emerge. A lack of space can cause these teeth to become impacted, or stuck in your gum or jaw. Impacted wisdom teeth can cause no end of oral problems, which is why most people have them removed.
Do wisdom teeth always have to be removed?
If your wisdom teeth come in problem-free and pose no risk to existing teeth, there’s no real need for extraction. But that’s often not the case. Through dental x-rays, we can get a clear picture of where these teeth are located and what complications, if any, they may cause, so you can decide what to do. Keep in mind that removing wisdom teeth early, before their roots fully develop, is easier and leads to a quicker recovery.
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What are signs of an infected wisdom tooth?
An impacted wisdom tooth is hard to clean, making it easy for bacteria to breed and cause an infection. Pain is often the first sign of an infected wisdom tooth. Other signs are red, swollen gums in the back of your mouth, painful chewing, swollen lymph nodes, restricted jaw mobility, fever, and a foul taste in your mouth. Once these symptoms start, it’s time to see your dentist!
How are impacted wisdom teeth removed?
This procedure is done under local anaesthesia to make it as easy and painless as possible. We’ll make a small incision in your gum where the tooth is located, remove any bone tissue in the way, and, using forceps, loosen and extract your tooth. Sometimes it’s easier to break the tooth into smaller pieces before removal. Then we’ll stitch your gum closed so it can heal.
Is wisdom teeth removal surgery safe?
Absolutely! At Precision Dental Clinic, it’s a fairly routine procedure. Our team has ample experience with this treatment and will do our part to ensure a safe, successful tooth removal procedure.
Should I have all my wisdom teeth pulled at the same time?
That’s a personal decision you have to make in consultation with your dentist. Every situation is different, and we’ll advise you accordingly after evaluating your condition. If it’s to your advantage, we’ll recommend one surgery to save you time, money, and the discomfort of multiple recoveries.
Who offers safe, painless wisdom teeth removal near me?
Our dentists at Precision Dental Clinic in Dubai, UAE, can meet your wisdom tooth removal needs. To schedule a consultation for this procedure, contact us at 04-2756731.
