Wisdom Tooth Extractions – Queen Creek, AZ
How We Make Wisdom Teeth Disappear
While most of the permanent teeth tend to come in between the ages of six and 13, there is one set of stragglers that usually erupts during the late teens or early twenties: the wisdom teeth. Since having them removed is often viewed as a rite of passage these days, you’ve probably heard of them. But what are they? Why do they need to be extracted? What does the procedure look like? Don’t worry – our team at Queen Creek Complete Dental is here to answer all of these questions and more! So, don’t hesitate to read on or schedule an appointment.
Why Choose Queen Creek Complete Dental for Wisdom Tooth Extractions?
- State-of-the-Art Dental Office
- Happy to Treat Adults & Teens Alike
- Dentist with 16 Years of Experience
What are Wisdom Teeth?
In short, wisdom teeth are the third set of molars. It’s believed that they earned the nickname because they don’t make an appearance until much later (and with age comes wisdom). While they were important for our ancestors who had vastly different diets, they usually cause nothing but problems for people today. Fortunately for our patients in the East Valley, they can get the specialty care they need in a comfortable atmosphere with wisdom tooth extractions in Queen Creek!
Why Do Wisdom Teeth Need to Be Removed?
Due to their large size and late arrival, there often isn’t enough room for your wisdom teeth, leading to overcrowding, higher risks of infection, and more. Not only that, but they can grow in sideways and get impacted underneath your gums, leading to chronic jaw pain and sensitivity. Oftentimes, the only solution is to simply remove them.
If you or your child is experiencing issues that you think are due to the wisdom teeth, we recommend scheduling an appointment with Dr. Jafari. He’ll perform a brief exam and, if he determines that the teeth need to come out, he’ll schedule the procedure in the near future.
What to Expect from the Wisdom Teeth Procedure
Because the wisdom teeth usually have to be removed before they are fully erupted, they often call for a surgical extraction. If that’s the case for you, a small amount of gum and bone tissue needs to be removed before the tooth itself can be safely extracted. Of course, if the teeth in question have broken through the gumline, then we will complete a simple extraction, which involves us gently rocking the tooth loose until it’s ready to be removed. The good news is that both procedures can be completed in a single appointment, and they always start the same way: by numbing your mouth thoroughly.
Recovering from Wisdom Teeth Extraction
With the following aftercare instructions, most patients are back to feeling normal in less than a week:
- Change the gauze pads as needed
- Keep your head elevated (even while you sleep)
- Take prescribed or OTC pain medication as directed
- Use a cold compress for 10 minutes at a time
- Eat plain yogurt, applesauce, and other extremely soft foods
- Don’t use a straw, smoke, or spit