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Wisdom Teeth Understanding the Last Set of Teeth to Emerge

Wisdom Teeth Understanding the Last Set of Teeth to Emerge

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Wisdom Teeth Understanding the Last Set of Teeth to Emerge

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  1. WISDOM TEETH Wisdom Teeth: Understanding the Last Set of Teeth to Emerge

  2. What are Wisdom Teeth? • The third molars or wisdom teeth are the last four molars located on each side of the jaws behind the second molars. They are called wisdom teeth because of the age at which they appear since people at that age have more developed and complete wisdom than when the rest of the permanent dentition appears. These usually appear in humans between 18 and 25 years of age and may never appear, although they can appear at younger ages or later. Sometimes only some of them erupt. The appearance of wisdom teeth dates back to our ancestors when highly developed jaws were needed to ingest food that required more chewing, which is why they had more space to house the wisdom teeth. However, as the human species changed its diet, smaller jaws began to develop. That is why you can find wisdom teeth growing in an inappropriate direction or shape today due to lack of space. • • • •

  3. What Causes Wisdom Tooth Pain? Wisdom tooth pain can be caused by factors such as impaction, infection, crowding, tooth decay, gum disease, and rare occurrences of cysts or tumors. Impacted wisdom teeth, lack of space for proper growth, and poor oral hygiene contribute to discomfort and inflammation. Seeking dental advice is important to assess the situation and determine the most suitable course of action for relief and prevention of further complications.

  4. How are Wisdom Teeth Extracted? Anesthesia: The area around the wisdom teeth is numbed using local anesthesia, or general anesthesia may be used for sedation. Incision: If needed, the dentist or oral surgeon makes an incision in the gum tissue to access the tooth and bone. Tooth Removal: The tooth is carefully loosened and extracted. In some cases, it may be divided into smaller pieces for easier removal. Cleaning and Closure: The extraction site is cleaned of any debris or infection. Stitches may be used to close the incision, if necessary. Recovery: Post-operative instructions are given to manage pain, swelling, and bleeding. Follow-up appointments may be scheduled.

  5. When do We Need an Oral Surgeon? If a wisdom tooth has not enough or is impacted and is also causing pain, infection, or other dental problems, it may need to be extracted. If the wisdom tooth is also deeply impacted or if extraction requires an in-depth surgical approach, your dentist may recommend that you see an oral surgeon.

  6. What Medications are Taken? Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are a safe way to relieve wisdom tooth pain and also help reduce inflammation. On some occasions when an infection is present, antibiotics may be recommended, either before and/or after wisdom tooth extraction, as long as they are prescribed by our dentists in Santa Paula or our oral surgeon.

  7. Contact Us Channel Islands Family Dental Office 248 W Harvard Blvd., Suite B Santa Paula, CA 93060, United States (805) 525-1573 https://santapauladentists.com/

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