Wisdom Teeth Removal in Warren

The entire wisdom tooth removal procedure depends on how many need to be removed. If all four are getting extracted, then we estimate it will take around an hour. If you’re only needing one tooth removed, Dr. Mouredien can do so in under 20 minutes. Again, this will vary depending on your particular case, but your treatment time can be more accurately determined during your examination.

Luckily, the tooth extraction process causes minimal pain because we’ll use an anesthetic or type of sedation to numb the area. You shouldn’t feel anything during the procedure, but if you do, be sure to let our team know right away so we can make you more comfortable.

Once your wisdom teeth are extracted, here’s what you need to do:

• Apply gauze over the site to help control bleeding
• Take any prescribed medication from Dr. Bana or OTC pain relievers
• Use an ice pack on the outside of your cheeks to diminish any swelling or bruising
• Rest for the remainder of the day and the following day at the very least
• Avoid strenuous exercise for at least a week
• Drink lots of water and avoid alcohol, hot beverages, and caffeine
• Follow a liquid or soft food diet for the first 48 hours
• Don’t perform your hygiene routine within the first 24 hours
• Wait 72 hours to smoke tobacco, but if you can wait a week, try to do so

Following your wisdom teeth removal, foods that are safe to eat to ensure you won’t disturb your stitches include:

• Soups or broths (make sure it’s not too hot)
• Smoothies
• Mashed potatoes
• Scrambled eggs
• Applesauce
• Soft fruits
• Ice cream or yogurt
• Oatmeal

The recovery from a tooth extraction generally ranges from three to seven days. This will vary for each patient based on if their wisdom teeth are impacted, what position they were in, and whether or not their teeth had fully erupted.

If your wisdom tooth extraction area gets infected, you may notice swelling, an increase in bleeding, and more pain. It’s vital to contact us if you notice these symptoms so Dr. Bana and our team can take a closer look. We’ll clean out the infected area and provide you with any necessary antibiotics.

Within the first two to three days following your wisdom teeth removal, it’s normal to feel pain. Just like any surgery, the post-op healing period can be a bit more discomforting than expected, but it can be easily alleviated with pain-relieving medicine.