Wisdom teeth extractions typically become necessary in the
late teenage years or during early adulthood. However, many people are unclear
as to why it is necessary to extract wisdom
teeth at all. Below, your GrandPrairie dentist, Dr. Quinn Smith, explains the reasoning behind wisdom
teeth extraction as he answers your most frequently asked questions about the
procedure.
Why are wisdom teeth removed?
Wisdom teeth emerge far later in life than the rest of your
teeth. When they do emerge, they may cause problems with the alignment of your
other teeth. For example, the wisdom teeth may be turned at an angle that would
cause crowding in nearby teeth. Therefore, in order to prevent orthodontic
problems, it is best to remove the wisdom teeth.
Wisdom teeth may also become impacted, meaning that they
only partially break through the gums. If wisdom teeth become impacted, extraction
is crucial. With the teeth only partially exposed, they cannot be thoroughly
cleaned. Bacteria are also able to enter the opening in the gums, where they
can cause infection, decay, and gum disease.
Are wisdom teeth extractions performed under anesthesia?
Your Grand Prairie
dentist, Dr. Smith, employs one of two sedation methods for wisdom teeth extraction procedures. The
two methods are nitrous oxide and oral sedation. For sedation with nitrous
oxide, patients must inhale the gas during the extraction. Once sedation has
been established, Dr. Smith can remove the teeth. Oral sedation, on the other
hand, requires patients to take medication. One pill must be swallowed the night
before the procedure, and a second pill must be taken one hour before the procedure.
The medication places patients into a relaxed state, allowing Dr. Smith to
extract the wisdom teeth.
Schedule a Visit with Your Grand Prairie Dentist
Do your wisdom teeth
need to be removed? Contact our 75052 dental office to schedule an appointment
or a consultation with your Grand
Prairie dentist, Dr. Smith, today by calling 972-262-5111. We welcome
patients from Grand Prairie, Arlington, South Dallas, Cedar Hill, Duncanville,
and surrounding communities.
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