Wisdom Teeth Removal in Southport
Southport Park Family Dental
Wisdom Teeth Removal in Southport
Understanding Your Wisdom Teeth
An impacted wisdom tooth may come in at an angle, pushing against another tooth, which can make it difficult to clean the area. This can lead to issues like tooth decay and gum infections.
Not all problematic wisdom teeth need to be removed, but if one is causing issues, your dentist may recommend its removal to prevent further problems.
Early Removal of Wisdom Teeth
Your Southport Park Family dentist may recommend early removal of one or more wisdom teeth due to the following reasons:.
- There is not enough room for the tooth to push through
- The tooth has started to cause trouble. It should be removed soon so that pain, infection or other problems do not get worse.
Wisdom Teeth Extractions
The method of extraction will vary depending on the type of tooth, its roots anatomy, and its position in the jaw. Some teeth are relatively easy to remove, while others can be difficult. Difficult extractions are usually due to:
- Extensive decay and/or large restorations (fillings) in the tooth
- Adjacent teeth having crowns or large restorations (fillings)
- The tooth is in an abnormal position that affects neighbouring teeth
- An unerupted or impacted tooth, or a tooth that is fused to the jaw bone (ankylosis)
- A nerve lying near the tooth to be extracted
- Roots that are large and curved or that penetrate deeply into the jaw bone
In difficult cases, the tooth may have to be surgically divided into segments so it can be removed easily and safely.
Post Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Rest at home
Take several days off work, school or other dutie
Use ice packs to reduce any swelling and pain
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