Wisdom Tooth Extractions in Grande Prairie, AB
Wisdom Tooth Extractions in Grande Prairie, AB
Wisdom Tooth Extractions Near You
Why is Wisdom Tooth Removal Necessary?
If your wisdom teeth arrive and your gums and surrounding teeth remain healthy, then you will not require wisdom tooth extractions near you. However, impacted wisdom teeth can cause a wide range of oral issues, such as:
- Trapping food between your teeth
- Creating space in the gums for bacteria to thrive and cause infection
- Making cleaning challenging
- Creating cysts that can damage tooth roots
When you experience these symptoms, our dentist near you will recommend that you get your wisdom teeth removed.
What is the Extraction Process Like?
Before surgery, our team will discuss the risks of anesthesia with you. We will perform the surgery in a comfortable and safe environment, where you will be monitored with the most advanced dental technology. You should have someone come with you to your appointment to drive you home after receiving anesthesia.
Our dentist will make a small incision in your gums and remove the wisdom teeth. They will then disinfect the area and suture your gums. You will wake up with a gauze pad in your mouth that you can bite down on to reduce bleeding. You will be asked to return to Gateway Dentistry Group in two weeks for a post-surgery checkup.
Recovering From Wisdom Tooth Extractions
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It is essential to take a proactive approach to your dental health to save you from dealing with oral health problems in the future. If you have noticed your wisdom teeth growing in, please don’t hesitate to contact us to book a consultation to see if you require wisdom tooth extractions near you.
FAQ's
Yes, like any other surgery, there are a few risks. Some of the usual risks are swelling, pain, bleeding, and a very small risk of infection. Occasionally, you can experience numbness if a nerve near the tooth is irritated, but this usually returns to normal, and most patients would feel just fine, especially when they are following their dentist’s recommendations.
You can take the pain medication your dentist prescribed once you’ve had the procedure done. Ice packs also help to prevent pain and swelling. Resting, not touching the area with your tongue, and following your dentist’s care instructions are also advised. Most of the pain will improve in a few days.
Here’s what you can do to keep the area infection-free and clean:
- Do not touch or poke the area with your tongue or fingers
- Gently wash with saltwater after 24 hours
- Refrain from smoking or drinking using a straw
- Keep your mouth clean, but brush carefully over the extraction area
Always follow what your dentist tells you, and if you notice anything unusual, e.g., pus or a foul taste, tell them.
It is recommended to get them extracted sooner, even in your teenage years or early 20s, as the roots at this time are not fully formed yet, hence making the process easier and the recovery faster. Delay may lead to complications such as pain, infection, or damage to the adjacent teeth in case the wisdom teeth are impacted.
Not immediately. For the initial couple of days, you must eat soft foods such as mashed potatoes, yogurt, smoothies, and soup. Avoid taking hard, crunchy, or hot foods that can be irritating to the region. Go back to eating normal food gradually as your mouth recovers.
No, removing wisdom teeth won’t change the look of your smile or jawline. These teeth are at the back of your mouth and don’t play a role in how your smile looks. The main benefit of removing them is to prevent future dental problems, not to change your appearance.
