{"id":336,"date":"2019-10-11T15:24:25","date_gmt":"2019-10-11T15:24:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=336"},"modified":"2019-11-05T15:24:42","modified_gmt":"2019-11-05T15:24:42","slug":"facts-about-wisdom-teeth-in-mesquite","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/11\/facts-about-wisdom-teeth-in-mesquite\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cHow Early Should It Be Done?\u201d 6 Need-to-Know Facts About Wisdom Teeth Extraction"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-337\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_19016621__1572967316_16480-300x201.jpg\" alt=\"Extracted Wisdom Teeth\" width=\"300\" height=\"201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_19016621__1572967316_16480-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_19016621__1572967316_16480-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/AdobeStock_19016621__1572967316_16480.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>If there\u2019s a young adult in your family, chances are they might need to lose their wisdom teeth in Mesquite sometime soon. Of course, as common as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/oral-surgery.html\">wisdom tooth extraction<\/a> is, plenty of patients still have reservations about the procedure. Here are 6 truths that can help encourage you and your loved ones move forward with the procedure.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>1. The Extraction Helps You Avoid Long-Term Oral Health Problems<\/h2>\n<p>Because wisdom teeth come in so late, they often become impacted (meaning they become fully or partially trapped under your gums). This can damage the roots of your other teeth. Furthermore, wisdom teeth often increase your risk for an infection that, if it\u2019s allowed to spread, may inflict damage on your heart or other vital organs.<\/p>\n<h2>2. Wisdom Teeth Might Need to Be Removed Even If They Don\u2019t Hurt<\/h2>\n<p>Wisdom teeth won\u2019t always cause pain, but that doesn\u2019t necessarily mean you can leave them alone. Oftentimes, these extra teeth are hard to brush and are thus more vulnerable to cavities and gum disease. If you can\u2019t keep wisdom teeth clean, they\u2019ll likely need to be removed; thus, if you do end up keeping them, it\u2019s important to have them checked regularly.<\/p>\n<h2>3. The Procedure Should Be Performed as Early as Possible<\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s usually recommended to remove the wisdom tooth before it is fully developed. That usually means performing the surgery while the patient is in their late teens or their early twenties. This will give you the lowest risk for complications as well as a faster recovery time.<\/p>\n<h2>4. You Won\u2019t Feel Pain During the Extraction<\/h2>\n<p>Your dentist in Mesquite will use some form of dental sedation or anesthesia when extracting wisdom teeth. This will keep any discomfort to a minimum and can also help you stay calm while the procedure is completed.<\/p>\n<h2>5. Recovering from Wisdom Tooth Extraction Has Its Perks<\/h2>\n<p>You\u2019ll need to be on a soft food diet for a while after the procedure. Fortunately, that includes ice cream, yogurt and smoothies; these cold treats also provide the additional benefit of keeping your bleeding and swelling under control.<\/p>\n<h2>6. You Can Make Your Recovery Go Faster<\/h2>\n<p>Most patients can expect to fully recover from wisdom teeth extraction after three or four days (although the exact amount of time varies from case to case). You can speed up recovery time by making good decisions; that means avoiding strenuous physical activities or sucking on straws after the procedure. You\u2019ll also need to be careful when brushing around the extraction area.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re still worried about wisdom tooth extraction, talk to your dentist about your concerns. Remember that wisdom tooth surgery is an overall positive experience; it helps save your smile from a lot of pain and damage in the future.<\/p>\n<h3>About the Practice<\/h3>\n<p>At Bear Creek Family Dentistry, our team of general dentists and specialists in pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, oral surgery and restorative dentistry works to bring you and your family the comprehensive care you need. If you or someone you love might need a wisdom teeth extraction in the near future, you can make an appointment at our Mesquite location by visiting our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/contact-mesquite.html\">website<\/a> or calling (972) 331-5300.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If there\u2019s a young adult in your family, chances are they might need to lose their wisdom teeth in Mesquite sometime soon. Of course, as common as wisdom tooth extraction is, plenty of patients still have reservations about the procedure. 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