WISDOM TOOTH
Wisdom teeth are third molars. Also known as “number eight” by dentists. They are the last of the permanent teeth to form.
Why Doesn’t My Wisdom Teeth Come Out Completely?
Since the eruptive teeth are the last and last permanent teeth, they may develop in different positions because there is not enough distance in many people with jaw stenosis.
What Does Impacted Tooth Mean?
Teeth that have remained in the jawbone and have not erupted are called impacted teeth.
Is This Why I Can See All Or Only Part Of My Wisdom Teeth In The Mouth?
Yes. There may be areas that have not fully erupted, some of which are visible in the mouth, and the invisible side covers the gingiva and the hood in the form of a hood. These areas are called the operculum.
Is Operculum (Hood-shaped gingiva) Dangerous?
It is difficult to clean the hood-shaped gingiva covering the wisdom tooth and over it. Debris formed in the mouth, such as food or plaque, collect in this area and lead to bacterial colonization. This can cause gingival inflammation, periodontal diseases in the structures around the teeth, caries, and gingival disorders and caries formation in adjacent teeth.
Extraction of Wisdom Tooth
Extraction of wisdom teeth is a surgical operation and like any surgical operation, it has side effects and complications. It can usually cause one or more stitches to be taken. Side effects differ in each operation. Pain, swelling, and limited mouth opening resolve in a week or less. Very little bleeding after the operation is normal and harmless.
Does Extraction of Every Wisdom Teeth Show the Same Side Effects?
No. It depends on the type of tooth and the difficulty of extraction. Many researches have been done on this subject. Loss of sensation in the tongue was reported as 1:200 (0.5%), and loss of sensation in the lips 1:250 (0.4%). Complications that may occur after wisdom teeth extraction depend on many factors. The information you get from your family or relatives can also help you to enlighten you on this issue.
What Complications May Occur?
Complications that may occur after extraction are not common conditions, but may occur depending on their causes. Since the course of the tongue and lip nerves passes near the wisdom teeth, nerve damage may occur during extraction. In such rare cases, loss of sensation in the tongue and lips may occur. This loss of sensation can also be seen in the form of numbness in the area, or it can be seen as a misleading sensation in the form of burning, stinging and tickling in the skin. It certainly does not cause any deformity in the long run.
Problems Caused by Wisdom Teeth After Extraction:
Infection
Damage to the adjacent tooth during extraction
Cystic formations that may occur later in the extraction area
Should Every Wisdom Female Be Extracted?
No. Each twenty-year-old female should be evaluated on its own. Considering the factors that may cause problems, the suitability of tooth extraction is evaluated.
What Precautions Should I Take to Avoid Problems with Wisdom Teeth?
To reduce pain and inflammation in the gums, a teaspoon of salt can be mixed with moderately hot water and gargled. The solution should be walked around the tooth thoroughly and should be taken to places where the toothbrush cannot reach. An antibacterial mouthwash to reduce inflammation may also work well. Medical drugs with painkiller properties can also be used in the presence of pain under the control of the dentist.
Do Wisdom Teeth Cause Crowding in the Front Teeth?
In many cases, this is unlikely, and there are unproven differences of opinion on this issue. People who have never formed wisdom teeth have also seen crowding in their front teeth over time. Such situations disprove the thesis that wisdom teeth cause crowding in the anterior teeth over time.
