Horizontal wisdom teeth are misaligned teeth that are not beneficial to humans. And in each different subject, the difficulty or ease of the tooth extraction process is also different. So, is horizontal wisdom tooth extraction difficult? How does this process work?
We can refer to more details about the situation of wisdom teeth growing horizontally in the article:
“What are the harmful effects of horizontal wisdom teeth?”
In that article, the author told us what the status of horizontal wisdom teeth is. And also provides more information about the common harm caused by misaligned teeth to people.
Is horizontal wisdom tooth extraction difficult or dangerous?
There are many patients who are still afraid when the dentist examines their teeth and advises to remove wisdom teeth. Because people still have misconceptions about wisdom tooth extraction is very dangerous. However
, the truth is not what you think. Let’s find out together.
Wisdom tooth extraction can be divided into many different levels of difficulty or ease. Depending on the shape of the roots, or the direction of the teeth, or a number of other factors… In which, horizontal wisdom tooth extraction is considered a rather complicated tooth extraction; Because it takes more time to perform, a skilled doctor and advanced equipment are needed.
When wisdom teeth are misaligned, the crown of the tooth usually emerges from the gum very little. Most teeth are completely located in the jawbone and are covered by gums. Therefore, to extract this tooth, the doctor usually has to make an incision in the gums, exposing the tooth; Then it will usually be necessary to cut the tooth into several parts, and remove each of them.
Note: After the tooth is extracted, the doctor needs to carefully check that there is nothing left in the tooth socket. For the purpose of avoiding complications later.
However, you don’t need to worry too much. Because at the present, with the support of modern medical equipment, horizontal wisdom tooth extraction is performed very safely and without danger.
Does the horizontal wisdom tooth extraction process at Quoc Binh Dental Clinic apply advanced technology?
In fact, at Quoc Binh Dental Clinic in recent years, the doctor has applied the technology of extracting teeth to divide the roots by ultrasonic cutting machines. This helps minimize damage to soft tissue or bone tissue in the treatment area. At the same time, the process of cutting teeth is very quick and gentle, making tooth extraction go smoothly.
Besides, before performing surgery, the dentist always numbs the area of the tooth to be extracted. Therefore, you will feel completely comfortable, no pain during the procedure. Not to mention that you can also apply painless injection technology. So from the moment you lie down on the dental chair, to the time you leave, you’ll feel light and comfortable.
The surgical procedure to remove wisdom teeth horizontally takes only 15-25 minutes. If the tooth morphology is complicated, the time may take a little longer.
How is the wisdom tooth extraction procedure?
Helping you prepare good mentally, we refer to the process of wisdom tooth extraction right below:
Step 1: Check-up and consultation
You’ll be examined by the dentist about the actual condition of your teeth. Combine X-ray film to determine specifically: position of teeth to erupt, direction of teeth to grow, size of teeth… From there, find a suitable solution to extract teeth.
Get a blood test, and return to meet the dentist when the results are available. If the blood test results meet all requirements, you’ll be scheduled for tooth extraction.
At this step, if you have had a blood test before (for various reasons), you can bring the results with you when you go to the dentist to shorten the treatment time.
Step 2: Carry out the tooth extraction process
- Clean and disinfect the surgical area to ensure a safe treatment environment.
- Administer anesthesia. The dentist will numb the area to be extracted, so you don’t feel pain during the minor surgery.
- Perform wisdom tooth extraction. Depending on the method of tooth extraction, the dentist will sequentially perform the following steps: open the gums, cut the teeth into many parts, pick up each part of the teeth, stitch the gums to complete.
Step 3: Instruct the patient to take care of their teeth after surgery.
After completing the extraction process, the dentist will advise you on what to do and not to do; At the same time, prescribe pain relievers, anti-inflammatory drugs … to help the area of the tooth that has just been extracted to heal quickly.
Step 4: Follow-up appointment by appointment
Re-examination is also quite important. Because this step helps the doctor determine whether the condition of the previously treated area is okay, whether there is any infection …
In Vung Tau city, you can visit and consult for free at:
QUOC BINH DENTAL CLINIC IN VUNG TAU CITY
Chief Doctor: Dr. PHAN QUOC BINH
Facility 1: 19 Pham Hong Thai, Ward 7, Vung Tau City.
(Closed every Sunday)
☎️ 09148399 66/ (0254) 383 99 66
Facility 2: 28 Le Loi, Ward 4, Vung Tau City.
(Closed every Saturday)
☎️ (0254) 381 83 18
Facility 3: 649 Truong Cong Dinh, Ward 7, Vung Tau City
Doctor in charge: Dr. NGUYEN HUU CHIEN
️☎️ 0708 649 649
(Closed every Friday)
⏰Working time: 7:30 – 11:30, 14:00 – 20:30
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