Janganpyeong Station Dental Clinic: What Should You Be Careful About When Getting Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Hello, this is Director Shim Seong-hwan of Janganpyeong Station Dental Clinic.

Among all teeth, the ones that come in the latest are wisdom teeth. Wisdom teeth are teeth that appear around the ages of 18 to 22. They are also the teeth that come in at the very back, behind the molars.

However, they do not appear in everyone, and some people may go through their entire lives without even one wisdom tooth coming in. If

wisdom teeth do erupt, there may be 1 to 4 of them.

This can show clear differences from person to person in both big and small ways. The shape in which wisdom teeth emerge is no exception. In the case of wisdom teeth, they do not always come in properly aligned.

Because they erupt so late, there may not be enough space in the mouth, causing them to grow in crooked. They may also appear impacted. If wisdom teeth come in this way, they can have a significant effect.

Let’s take a look at what precautions are needed after wisdom tooth extraction.

1. How do wisdom teeth affect you?

1. Cause malocclusion: When wisdom teeth erupt, they can affect the nearby teeth. During the eruption process, they may push against the wisdom teeth. This can lead to malocclusion. Even people with straight, even teeth can develop malocclusion.

2. Threat to oral health: During the eruption process, wisdom teeth may also touch the roots of the molars. Food can easily get stuck, and as cleaning becomes difficult, cavities can develop in the adjacent molars.

This can cause problems even for the molars directly in front of the wisdom teeth, so extra caution is needed.

3. Cause cysts: In addition, wisdom teeth can cause cysts. This can sometimes lead to the jawbone being dissolved, which is why extraction becomes necessary. Because they can cause so many problems, if you are currently experiencing discomfort,

it is best to get examined and receive appropriate treatment.

2. What precautions should be taken after wisdom tooth extraction?

After wisdom tooth extraction, proper care is important. If handled incorrectly, aftereffects may remain, so it is best to follow the precautions below.

After wisdom tooth extraction, bleeding and pain may occur. Because a large hole is created at the extraction site, special care must be taken with wound management.

First, after the extraction, bite on gauze for about 2 hours to stop the bleeding. At this time, do not speak or eat, and it is best to swallow saliva or blood rather than spit it out.

Second, it is important to keep the extraction site clean. When brushing your teeth, clean only the rest of the mouth except the extraction site, and it is best to disinfect the extraction site using mouthwash. Also, be careful to prevent foreign substances from getting into that area.

Third, after the extraction, you need 충분한 rest and enough fluids. Your energy may drop, so get plenty of rest and replenish fluids by drinking water or sports drinks.

Lastly, applying compresses is also effective. For 48 hours after the extraction, cold compresses help constrict blood vessels, assist with hemostasis, and reduce swelling. After that, warm compresses are good for promoting blood circulation and helping recovery.

However, since it can irritate the skin, it is important to repeat this by applying the compress for about 10 minutes and then resting for about 5 minutes.

After wisdom tooth extraction, proper care is an important factor that determines the speed of recovery. Early care immediately after the extraction plays the biggest role in preventing side effects, and if any unusual symptoms occur, it is best not to hesitate to visit the dental clinic.

Thank you for reading this long post all the way to the end.