Sleep Dentistry and Wisdom Teeth Removal
Did you know the wisdom teeth are some of the toughest and widest teeth we have for grinding food? But some people need to get their wisdom teeth removed which can be a challenging task for any dentist. Wisdom teeth removal is a dental procedure that is technique sensitive and can be done at the Serenity Dental Care clinic with the right type of sedation.
At Serenity Dental Care, you will have the most comfortable wisdom teeth extraction because we allow you to sleep during the entire procedure. We have a board-certified dental anesthesiologist and specialized equipment to allow the type of sedation for the removal of broken, impacted, and infected teeth. (1)
The wider range of anaesthetic options at Serenity Dental Care such as IV sedation or general anaesthesia has made the wisdom team removal procedure very relaxing and stress-free.
Are Wisdom Teeth Painful?
Yes, wisdom teeth can cause pain for various reason, and it can negatively affect your oral health. At Serenity Dental Care our dentists will do a complete oral examination and determine whether the pain is caused from wisdom teeth. Some of the symptoms of wisdom teeth pain include:
- Severe discomfort
- Inflammation
- Infections
If you have wisdom teeth related issues, you may need to have your wisdom teeth extracted to avoid serious problems in the future. (2)
Why Do Wisdom Teeth Hurt?
Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars that appear in the back corners of the upper and lower jaws of healthy adult mouths. Unluckily, most people experience problems with wisdom teeth. In most cases, the pain is due to the eruption of teeth too close to the present permanent teeth, resulting in crowding, irregular bites, and other problems.
When Do Wisdom Teeth Need To Be Removed?
According to some dentists the best time to remove wisdom teeth is around the age of 20 and some dentists recommend waiting until there is a problem. (3)
If the patient waits too long for wisdom teeth removal their jawbone and teeth begin to have a strong bond making the wisdom teeth extraction procedure more difficult and the procedure becomes even more painful and complex. (2)
If you are looking for the best dental services for wisdom teeth removal, then Serenity Dental Care is it. We have a highly skilled dental team consisting of dentists and a dental anesthesiologist to assure a comfortable experience as you sleep during the wisdom teeth removal.
How Are Wisdom Teeth Removed?
At Serenity Dental Care, the wisdom teeth removal process starts with a dental consultation where the dental team will review your medical history, do an oral examination, and evaluate your x-rays. A panoramic radiograph provides complete information about the size of the tooth and the shape of the roots.
Customized treatment will be discussed with you along with any potential risks and benefits of surgery. Additionally, the dentist will discuss several sedation options including local anesthesia (freezing), nitrous oxide (laughing gas), iv sedation (light sleep) or general anesthesia (deep sleep). This procedure will be completed in the dental clinic which may take about an hour. (1)
The wisdom teeth will be removed, and any stitches placed will dissolve on their own. Our dental clinic is equipped with modern monitoring equipment and an experienced dental team in anesthesia techniques.
Wisdom Teeth Removal Complications
As with any type of surgery, wisdom tooth removal has risks. However, these risks are usually small. Risks may include:
- Dry socket – which forms when a blood clot fails to develop in the tooth socket
- Nerve injury
- Infection – that can lead to high temperature, yellow or white puss from the extraction site, and continuous pain and inflammation
- Bleeding – can also occur heavily from the extraction site. (3)
Benefits of Sleep Dentistry For Wisdom Teeth Removal
At Serenity Dental Care, patient care is our top priority and currently, sedation dentistry is allowing our most uncomfortable patients to overcome their fear and anxiety, some of the other benefits of sleep dentistry for wisdom teeth removal are as follow:
- Anxiety relief
- Anterograde amnesia
- Reduction in gag reflex
- Pain relief
- The dentist can work faster and more efficiently (4)
So, if you have been putting off your wisdom teeth removal procedure due to pain and anxiety then you are a good candidate for sedation dentistry. Contact us and take advantage of our sleep dentistry opportunity!
References
- Farish, S. E., & Bouloux, G. F. (2007). General technique of third molar removal. Oral and maxillofacial surgery clinics of North America, 19(1), 23–vi. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.coms.2006.11.012
- Dodson, T. B., & Susarla, S. M. (2014). Impacted wisdom teeth. BMJ clinical evidence, 2014, 1302.
- Coulthard, P., Bailey, E., Esposito, M., Furness, S., Renton, T. F., & Worthington, H. V. (2014). Surgical techniques for the removal of mandibular wisdom teeth. The Cochrane database of systematic reviews, (7), CD004345. https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD004345.pub2
- Rodrigo, M. R., & Cheung, L. K. (1987). Oral midazolam sedation in third molar surgery. International journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery, 16(3), 333–337. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0901-5027(87)80155-8
