Impacted Tooth (Wisdom Tooth) Extraction Treatment

The presence of impacted teeth can be manifested by certain symptoms. These include:

Pain or tenderness: Pain or tenderness may be felt around the impacted tooth. This pain is usually concentrated in the jaw area and increases over time.

Swollen or red gums: An impacted tooth can put pressure under the gums, causing them to swell or redden.

Restricted jaw movements: An impacted tooth can restrict the normal movements of the jaw and cause discomfort, especially when chewing.

Bad breath Bad breath may occur due to bacteria accumulated around the impacted tooth.

Changes in tooth alignment: An impacted tooth can affect the alignment of other teeth, which can affect chewing function and overall oral health.

Extraction of an impacted tooth is a process that usually involves the following steps:

Examination and diagnosis: The dentist uses X-rays to determine the position and condition of the impacted tooth.

Local Anesthesia The extraction procedure is performed under local anesthesia, which prevents the patient from feeling pain or discomfort.

Tooth extraction: The dentist carefully removes the impacted tooth and sutures it if necessary.

Healing process: The extraction site needs time to heal. Symptoms such as pain, swelling and bleeding are normal during the healing process. The dentist can make recommendations to speed up the healing process.

Care after impacted tooth extraction is important and includes

Medication use: Regular use of medicines prescribed for pain and swelling.

Diet: Consume soft and cold foods, avoiding hard or hot foods that can damage the extraction site.

Oral hygiene: Caring for the mouth as recommended by the dentist and avoiding touching the extraction site.