WISDOM TOOTH SURGERY
Impacted wisdom teeth are not the only ones that require removal. Other teeth like cuspids and bicuspids can also become impacted, leading to similar issues and requiring surgical intervention.
About WISDOM TOOTH SURGERY
Impacted teeth, including wisdom teeth, can lead to pain, infection, and damage to nearby teeth. Wisdom tooth extraction is a common procedure to alleviate these issues. Other teeth, such as cuspids and bicuspids, can also become impacted, causing similar problems. In these cases, surgical intervention may be necessary to remove the impacted tooth and prevent further complications. The procedure involves making an incision in the gum, removing the impacted tooth, and suturing the incision. After surgery, patients may experience swelling and discomfort, which can be managed with pain medications and ice packs. It’s essential to follow post-operative care instructions carefully to ensure proper healing and avoid complications.
IMPACTED TEETH :
Impacted wisdom teeth, or third molars, often do not have enough room to emerge properly and become trapped or impacted. This can lead to swelling, pain, and infection in the surrounding cheek and gum tissue. Nirmal Super Specialty Hospital recommends surgical removal of impacted wisdom teeth to prevent permanent damage to nearby teeth, gums, and bone, as well as the potential formation of cysts or tumors in the jaw.
WISDOM TOOTH SHOULD BE EXTRACTED IN FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
Because tobacco includes areca nut, which releases acid that damages soft tissues and causes noticeable changes in the oral cavity that may lead to oral cancer, tobacco, especially when chewed, is harmful to oral health.
Chewing tobacco and alcohol together can lead to mouth cancer.
Indeed, a number of systemic illnesses and diseases cause particular odors to arise in the mouth, which may aid in a diagnosis.
Any alteration in the soft tissues, like a white patch, in a patient who smokes indicates a precancerous stage, which warns to stop the habit and necessitates early treatment.
UNCOMMON COMPLICATIONS OF WISDOM TOOTH SURGERY
1. Numbness: The roots and jawbone surrounding lower wisdom teeth are close to nerves that supply sensation to the chin, lip, and tongue. During extraction, these nerves can be stretched or injured, leading to altered sensation in these areas. While permanent numbness is rare, temporary numbness may occur and typically resolves over time.
2. Oroantral Communication: In some cases, the root of a deep-seated upper tooth may be close to or within the maxillary sinus. During extraction, a communication may occur between the oral cavity and the sinus. This condition, known as oroantral communication, can often heal on its own or may require management by an oral surgeon.