Signs that you may need a wisdom teeth extraction
If you experience most, or all of the symptoms listed below, you might likely have an impacted wisdom tooth:
- Severe pain in the jaw, lower cheek, and the area surrounding the impacted tooth
- Swelling of the face, gums, and oral glands
- Trouble chewing
- Persistent ache in that region
- Gum Disease or Infection
- Development of cysts or tumours around the wisdom tooth
- Damage or cavities in adjacent teeth
- Issues with your orthodontic treatment
What can you expect during your wisdom teeth removal?
This is an in-clinic procedure, and you expect to return home on the same day.
The wisdom tooth extraction plan by our Northcote dentists is based upon many factors, such as the manner in which the tooth is erupting, the condition of the adjacent gums and teeth as well as any other associated dental and health issues.
Depending on the complexity of each case, your dentist will use either local or general anaesthesia, so that you do not experience any pain during the procedure. We also offer the option of sedation dentistry in case of acute dental anxiety. Once the anaesthetic starts to act, our skilled dentist will need to make a small incision in your gum, to be able to better access the impacted tooth, and also remove any gum tissue surrounding the tooth. Following the complete removal of the tooth, the area is then cleaned and stitched up. These stitches will usually dissolve on their own accord within a few weeks.
At Toothworks Dental, our team will be happy to provide you with noise cancelling headphones during the procedure. You could use these to drown out the sound of the extraction and instead, listen to your favourite music or watch some of your favourite content on our ceiling-mounted televisions, which will help you relax even more, as our dentists work with you.
Post extraction recovery protocol
As this is a surgical procedure, it will take a few weeks for you to completely heal and recover. You might experience some bruising and swelling immediately post the extraction, and this is totally normal and will subside with 2-3 days. We might also prescribe ice pack application and pain relievers to help you manage pain.
Over and above this, it is always wise to maintain good dental hygiene. Here are a few measures one should take post wisdom tooth extraction in Northcote:
- Rest as much as you can.
- Refrain from rinsing or gargling for at least 10–12 hours.
- Avoid consuming tobacco, alcohol, caffeinated, carbonated or hot beverages for a few days.
- Eat only soft foods for 24 hours, and progress to semisoft foods until you recover.
In the event of severe pain, persistent numbness, excessive bleeding, pus or oozing in the operated area, please get in touch with our wisdom tooth removal dentist in Northcote right away.
Why choose Toothworks Dental for your wisdom tooth extraction in Northcote?
We are known for our compassionate approach to dentistry, and our treatment plan is designed around your needs and comfort. Our team stays abreast with the latest developments in our domain, so that we can offer you the most advanced dental care there is pain-free, effective and has minimal post-operative discomfort. From the moment you walk in till the time you have healed; you will experience a refreshing difference at our clinic. Our flexible payment plans make it easier for everyone to have access to our high-quality dental services.
So, if you are looking online for a ‘wisdom tooth removal near me’, we invite you to book a consultation and meet up with a team that truly cares about your dental, and overall wellbeing.
Areas We Serve: Thornbury, Ivanhoe, Alphington, Fairfield, Fitzroy North, Carlton North, Brunswick, Preston, Coburg
