Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Wisdom teeth can cause some problems in people with certain teeth and jaw structures. Due to the difficulty of daily life, people may need to have their wisdom teeth removed. Among the main reasons for experiencing problems are; The wisdom tooth puts pressure on the adjacent tooth and in some cases causes it to rot. Since it is located in an area that is not easy to reach, wisdom tooth extraction is an operation that requires a lot of care and attention. For this reason, it is very important that it is carried out by a dentist who is an expert in his field in a fully equipped health institution that offers the necessary conditions.

Why 20-Year-Old Teeth Should Be Extracted?
There are four wisdom teeth in total in the mouth. Teeth, which often begin to erupt at the age of seventeen, should be extracted if they cause any problems.  The condition that determines the severity of the operation is the position of the teeth. The operation requires seriousness, otherwise, injuries may occur in the region after the operation.

What are the Points to Consider in Surgery?
There is a sinus cavity in the upper parts of the wisdom teeth in the upper jaw. These sinus cavities, also known as air cavities, are effective in fulfilling many important functions. Among the main functions of the sinuses; There are important elements such as cleaning the inhaled air and reducing the current weight of the skull. The sudden breakage, which may occur during wisdom tooth extraction , escapes into the sinus cavity, causing negative results.

In the extraction of wisdom teeth in the lower jaw, it is necessary to pay attention to the damage of the nerves. Otherwise, temporary or permanent numbness in the lip area will be inevitable. In the lower jaw, the operation should be performed very carefully, since the nerves that cover all the teeth pass under the wisdom tooth. If the lingual nerve is damaged during the operation, numbness in the tongue may occur. This is usually temporary.

If the operation is not performed by a specialist, more pressure than necessary may be applied and quite serious consequences may occur. Among these results; joint disorders and fractures of the jaw bones are included.

Among the situations in which wisdom teeth need to be extracted is the occurrence of infections, especially in the gums. Soft tissue inflammations are present in the area where wisdom teeth emerge. In some cases, when wisdom teeth erupt, they can apply pressure to the surrounding teeth. Thus, tumor and cyst formation can be seen after pressure. In this case, wisdom teeth definitely need to be extracted.

In some cases, wisdom teeth may remain impacted. This can lead to tooth crookedness. However, it can prevent tooth alignment in any orthodontic treatment applied. In these cases, which lead to the decay of the root of the tooth, it is necessary to extract the wisdom teeth.

How is the surgery done?
People who decide to have wisdom teeth extracted should first have a panoramic x-ray. In this way, the position of the impacted tooth will be seen clearly. Thus, the way to be followed by the expert is determined. 3D dental tomography can be taken if needed. After reaching the gingiva through the incision, the gingival flap is lifted to reach the required tooth and the operation is performed. During the operation, there may be differences depending on whether the tooth is in the lower or upper jaw. For this reason, 20-year-old dental surgery can be considered in two ways as lower jaw and upper jaw surgery.

Lower jaw 20 years dental surgery
The wisdom tooth in the lower jaw can be located in three ways: vertical, oblique or horizontal. If the wisdom tooth is positioned vertically, the operation is performed quite comfortably by lifting the gingiva. In cases where there is curvature in the root of the tooth and in cases where the tooth is fused to the bone, the operation can be difficult. In the extraction of the tilted wisdom tooth, the operation is started by making an incision, it is possible to make an incision in the jawbone. In cases where the wisdom tooth is in a horizontal position, surgery requires a lot of attention. Multiple incisions are made during the surgery. The jawbone may need to be abraded. After the operation, the stitches should be removed and the tampon should be kept in the mouth for about twenty minutes.

Upper jaw 20 years dental surgery
Compared to lower jaw wisdom tooth surgery, upper jaw surgery is performed quite easily. This is because the upper jaw is easily accessible. The difficulty of reaching the tooth is among the factors that determine the degree of difficulty of the operation, as in the lower jaw surgery. The operation is performed successfully by reaching the tooth through the incision, as in the lower jaw surgery.

What should be done after wisdom tooth extraction?
The factors to be considered after wisdom tooth extraction can be listed as follows;
    Not tampering the wound with foreign matter
    Not chewing anything with the tooth extracted area on the first day
    not smoking on the first day
    Not spitting after tooth extraction
    Keeping the tampon in the area for half an hour if no stitches were placed
    Continuing to hold the tampon if bleeding continues
    To prevent swelling in the face area by applying cold pads to the area.
    Gargling with warm salt water every two hours on the first day
    Paying attention to oral hygiene
    Brushing the teeth regularly and adequately and gargling after brushing

What to Do After the Surgery
Wisdom tooth surgery is a very serious operation. If it is not done, it can lead to serious problems in some people. People who decide to have wisdom tooth surgery should consider the experience of the dentist who will perform the surgery. After the surgery, people should not forget to pay attention to their oral hygiene. The factors that will be reported by the dentist after the operation must be taken into account.

Problems Encountered After Surgery
The problems encountered after the surgery can be listed as follows;
    Pain that lasts for about two days
    Limited opening of the mouth for a while
    Bleeding after the operation
    Edema formation
    Opening the seam
    Occurrence of blood leakage under the tissue

If these situations occur, people should not worry, they should only consult the dentist who performed the surgery. These conditions are usually preventable or can be treated in a short time.

When Should 20 Year Teeth Be Extracted?
The deposits in the socket present in wisdom teeth can cause some problems. Tooth decay can occur due to residue, bacteria and saliva. In some people, wisdom teeth can cause pain due to pressure. In addition to pain, abrasion may occur, and as a result, a cyst may form. For all these reasons, some people may need to have their wisdom teeth removed. In terms of prolonging the healing process and making the operation difficult in case of age, it is recommended that people with the mentioned problem apply for the operation without wasting time.