What kind of wisdom teeth need to be extracted

Many people will be tortured by their wisdom teeth, because the position of wisdom teeth in most people's mouths is not very correct. In mild cases, it will often cause inflammation of the wisdom teeth in the mouth, and in severe cases, it will often cause toothache and affect the facial nerves. So most people think that wisdom teeth need to be extracted. In fact, it is not always true. Some wisdom teeth do not need to be extracted. So what kind of wisdom teeth need to be extracted?

Do wisdom teeth need to be extracted? If the position and direction of wisdom teeth are correct, you can consider retaining them. Even if there is gum coverage, you can still retain the teeth after gingivectomy. Therefore, wisdom teeth do not necessarily need to be removed, but do not hesitate when they need to be removed.

Some friends think it is a good thing when they hear that they have wisdom teeth. Don’t be confused by the name of wisdom teeth. Wisdom teeth are no longer needed for us. As the theory of evolution says, things that are not adapted to the environment will eventually be eliminated. It is said that wisdom teeth that affect your life must be removed as soon as possible.

In most cases, dentists will recommend extraction of wisdom teeth if they are of the following three types:

1. If the wisdom tooth cannot grow out completely naturally, its crown will be partially covered by the gums, forming a pericoronal pocket. The pericoronal pockets are prone to accumulate food residues and bacteria, which can easily lead to pericoronitis of wisdom teeth. Repeated attacks of pericoronitis will cause patients to experience symptoms such as toothache, limited mouth opening, and difficulty eating.

2. If the wisdom tooth grows crooked, there will be an angle between it and the adjacent teeth, which makes it easy for food to get stuck. Over time, the wisdom tooth and the adjacent teeth are prone to tooth decay and even pulpitis.

3. If the position and direction of wisdom tooth growth are abnormal, it will affect the bite between the upper and lower teeth.

When wisdom teeth are growing, you should pay attention to various minor symptoms, such as repeated swelling and pain in the area where the wisdom teeth are growing. Even if the intervals are long, you should be aware that it may be an attack of pericoronitis. In addition, always stuffing things in your mouth is also a signal. It may be due to large gaps between teeth or tooth decay. You should see a doctor as soon as possible and don't wait until it becomes serious.

Symptoms that often occur after wisdom teeth grow: oral ulcers

When wisdom teeth grow, they often have insufficient space for eruption, which may lead to incomplete eruption, ectopic growth or impaction. Part of the crown is exposed outside the gums, while part is covered by the gums. A narrow and deep blind pocket is formed between the gums and the tooth, which easily accumulates food debris and bacteria, and is difficult to clean with normal brushing and rinsing. In addition, the crown gums are easily damaged by chewing food, forming ulcers and other symptoms.

Dental caries

If wisdom teeth have cavities, except for very simple cavities on the occlusal surface that are not deep, which can be filled, we recommend extraction for those cavities on the adjacent surfaces that require very good technology, as well as those that are very deep and even require root canal treatment to prevent future problems.

Causes adjacent tooth lesions

Usually the patient is unaware of the condition, but the dentist finds it out through X-rays. Usually there is not enough space for the wisdom teeth to erupt, and they will fall on the second molars, making it difficult to clean the second molars, or even causing partial absorption of the teeth, causing discomfort or toothache for the patient.

Lack of space causes pericoronary inflammation

Wisdom teeth are in a state of disappearance in the history of human evolution. As a result, the dental arches are getting smaller and smaller, and lack of space is common. The patient will experience swelling and pain during eruption. To avoid this from happening again, it is recommended to go to the hospital to remove it as soon as possible after the inflammation subsides.

Other symptoms

Severe patients will not only experience more pain in the wisdom teeth in their mouths, but will also have systemic symptoms such as fever, headache, nausea, general discomfort, etc. After the wisdom tooth becomes inflamed, the heel around the crown becomes red, swollen, and eroded, and there is secretion in the vibration pocket. The lesion is obvious to touch. Some patients will also have pus, and the lymph nodes under the affected side will be swollen, and sometimes there will be swelling of the face.

What are the hazards of wisdom teeth and the occurrence of tooth decay?

If we do not take good care of our newly grown wisdom teeth, then this wisdom tooth may very likely develop into a cavity in our teeth. In severe cases, it may also affect our oral organs and indirectly cause toothache. Therefore, it is recommended that we should remove the wisdom teeth.

Invasion of adjacent teeth

Although our patients themselves do not feel any symptoms after the growth of wisdom teeth, through X-ray diagnosis, we can find the growth trajectory of this tooth. When our wisdom teeth encounter insufficient space during the growth process, it may indirectly affect our other healthy adjacent teeth.

Makes cleaning difficult

Because the space in our mouth is fixed and there is no tendency to expand, when wisdom teeth grow out, they may grow unevenly and it will become more difficult for us to clean our teeth.

In what cases can wisdom teeth not be removed?

1. If there are other inflamed teeth in the growth area of ​​wisdom teeth, it is recommended not to remove them first.

2. Patients with immune system or blood system diseases cannot have their teeth extracted;

3. People who have diseases of spleen, lung, heart and other major organs or are in sub-health are not recommended to have their teeth extracted.

4. Pregnant women and women during menstruation should postpone tooth extraction.

Things to note when growing wisdom teeth: Ensure rest

Get more rest, maintain a regular lifestyle, and ensure more than 8 hours of sleep. Generally speaking, lack of sleep and excessive fatigue can cause symptoms such as gingivitis and swelling even when wisdom teeth are not growing, let alone during the growth process of wisdom teeth. Ensuring adequate sleep and preventing the body from becoming overly fatigued can reduce the chance of wisdom tooth inflammation.

Dietary rules

Drink more water, eat more fruits, and supplement vitamins. I don't recommend taking vitamin tablets. Generally speaking, nutrients from food are more easily absorbed by the body without side effects. Drinking plenty of water is to replenish enough water and allow the body to detoxify naturally. Similarly, it can also reduce the chance of wisdom tooth inflammation.

Clean your mouth carefully

In addition to brushing your teeth in the morning and evening, rinse your mouth with light salt water after meals. Try to use a toothbrush with soft bristles (such as bamboo fiber). Don't skip brushing your mouth carefully just because of the pain and discomfort in the area where your wisdom teeth are growing. You should clean your mouth more carefully at this time to prevent food residues from remaining in the gaps and acidic substances from causing gum inflammation and infection.

Keep your mood happy

Don’t always think “I’m growing wisdom teeth, it’s so uncomfortable”. Sometimes, a person’s psychology will affect success. The more you think about where you feel uncomfortable, the more uncomfortable you will feel there. So, find something to distract yourself, listen to music, watch a movie, keep a happy mood, and you will find that it’s actually no big deal.

How to deal with wisdom tooth pain

1. When wisdom teeth hurt, you can first grind the anti-inflammatory medicine into powder, and then apply it on the painful tooth to reduce inflammation, which can temporarily stop the pain. Always rinse your mouth with mouthwash or light salt water before and after applying the medicine.

2. After wisdom teeth grow, do not eat spicy, raw or cold food. Do not eat seafood, eggs and other "hairy" foods. You can eat more vegetables and fruits. You can't eat sugar or anything like that.

3. If the wisdom tooth hurts a lot, you can bite some ice in your mouth to temporarily relieve the pain, and then start the next step of treatment. If you feel that the ice cubes are too cold in your mouth, you can wrap them in a cloth and apply them to the outside of the painful tooth. Wait until you have gradually adapted to the ice before putting them in your mouth.

4. If wisdom tooth pain causes swollen gums, you can try acupuncture, which can help reduce inflammation and relieve swelling and pain. Be sure to choose a regular Chinese medicine hospital for acupuncture treatment, which generally will have very good results.

5. Some wisdom teeth cause pain during the growth process. Once they grow out and are in a good position, the pain will gradually disappear. If it does not affect chewing and appearance, you don't have to worry about it.

Symptoms that wisdom teeth may cause: 1. When wisdom teeth do not overlap with other teeth, there will be certain dangers. The wisdom teeth that grow in this way will have a certain impact on other teeth. The gaps between teeth are easy to breed bacteria, which will cause tooth pain and swelling over time.

2. When wisdom teeth are only partially grown, they are more likely to be infected by bacteria. The gums are infected by bacteria, causing the entire jaw to ache and be unable to move. At this time, timely treatment is necessary.

3. It can easily cause pericoronitis of wisdom teeth. Pericoronitis of wisdom teeth often occurs in the mandible and is rarely seen in the maxilla. Pericoronitis of wisdom teeth often occurs acutely. In the early stages, the soft tissue near the throat on the affected side is swollen and painful, and the pain worsens when eating, chewing, swallowing, or opening the mouth. If the disease continues to progress, the cheek on the affected side may swell, and there may be local spontaneous throbbing pain or reflex pain in the ear and temporal area.