Saturday, June 18, 2011

What happens if I don't get my wisdom teeth pulled?

Ok, well I can feel like a millimeter of one of my wisdom teeth starting to come in. i don't have dental insurance, so it would cost thousands of dollars to get them taken out. Well, I don't have that at this moment. What happens if I don't get them pulled right away? Anything? Will they ruin my almost perfect teeth? Also, I'm FREAKED OUT of getting them pulled. I would probably have a heart attack.
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Bad things that can happen from wisdom teeth are infections, pain, and making other teeth crooked. Also wisdom teeth are very far back and hard to brush, so you could easily get cavities in them. So often, the dentist will recommend that you get them removed. So, before you are freaked out too much, make an appointment to see your dentist. He/she will look at the wisdom teeth and tell you what to expect. Ask the dentist what your options are and also about how you can pay for the wisdom teeth. Many dentists and oral surgeons offer payment plans to patients. What to expect if you get your wisdom teeth removed: you may have to fast the morning of or evening before the surgery. You will either get a local anesthesia or full anesthesia depending on what you and your dentist decide is best for you. This means that you will either be "asleep" for the entire procedure or that you will get a small shot that will numb your mouth but you will stay awake. For either option, you will not feel pain when the wisdom teeth are removed. When they have finished the surgery, they will put stitches on your gums and make sure you are ok and everything. You will be given directions on how to care for your teeth for the next few days. Your mouth might be a little bit sore, and they will tell you which painkillers will be good to take. You should also follow the directions about eating soft foods and drinking plenty of fluids and getting enough rest and avoiding strenuous activity for a few days. (Cuz the body needs to heal.) Overall, getting the teeth removed is 100 times better than the pain and problems you could have if you don't. Ask the dentist any questions you have about the whole thing and you will be fine.
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