You've probably seen pictures of your friend or a family member with cheeks looking comically large in the days after their wisdom teeth removal. But have you ever wondered why? Facial swelling is a normal part of getting your wisdom teeth removed. But there are steps you can take to bring swelling down while still allowing your mouth to heal. In no time, your face will be back to normal and your smile healthier than ever. A part of
the process The most important thing to remember is that swelling, even seemingly excessive swelling, isn't anything to worry about. It's your body's natural way of protecting your mouth and going through the healing process. The amount of swelling each person has will vary widely. In some cases, faces may not swell at all. If yours does , you can expect swelling to peak about 24 hours after surgery. In many cases, swelling will be worse in the morning and dissipate slightly as
the day continues. While facial swelling is not a problem, there are steps you can take to reduce it. Your dentist will probably recommend applying ice to your face, alternating between time on and off. After a few days, do the same using a heating pad. Keeping your head elevated while you sleep can also help bring swelling down. Anti inflammatory medicine, either prescribed or over-the-counter, can be used in some cases. With treatment or naturally, your facial swelling should
begin going down within a few days of your wisdom teeth removal. If swelling increases more than three after your surgery, you should contact your dentist, as this could mean that your socket is infected.
Why wisdom teeth get removed Wisdom teeth are typically the very last teeth to come in, often not until the teenage years or early twenties, according to Better Health Victoria. As a result, depending on the angle at which they erupt, they can cause crowding and push into the gum and tooth adjacent to them, called impaction. Impaction can be extremely painful and lead to infection. In some cases, wisdom teeth can rub against the inner cheek, causing ulcers and making chewing painful. As wisdom teeth begin erupting, your dentist will be able to determine if removal will be necessary, and if so, whether or not all four or just one or two of the wisdom teeth need to go. This is usually done with x-rays. In many cases, only the top or bottom row of wisdom will cause impaction, while the other other two grow in without issue. Some patients may also not have some, or any, of their wisdom teeth. This is also perfectly normal. If your wisdom teeth do need to be removed, the surgery itself is usually fairly quick. However, care for mouth will have to continue for several days after you leave the dentist's office. For a few days you'll probably only be allowed to eat softer foods and will have to forego smoking or alcohol consumption. Your dentist may prescribe an anti-inflammatory, pain relief medication. After meals, you should wash warm, salty water around in your mouth and then spit it out. One complication to look out for in the days following your procedure is the possibility of dry sockets. A dry socket is when the hole left in the wake of the removed tooth doesn't properly heal and is left exposed, according to Healthdirect. They can be extremely painful and may also cause bad breath, an unpleasant taste or even a fever. Dry sockets are more likely to develop if you smoke or don't have the best oral hygiene. In addition, dry sockets are more common for wisdom teeth extractions on the lower jaw than those conducted elsewhere in the mouth. If you do have wind up having dry sockets, be sure to follow your dentist's instructions carefully. You'll probably have to flush out the socket with warm, salted water and then apply a medicated dressing to it. In some cases, antibiotics may be necessary. Leading Dentist and Dental Hygienists in the Heart of Wellington While wisdom teeth removal can seem stressful, it's important to remember that it's a safe, standard procedure. Whatever your needs, the team at City Dentists is here to help! City Dentists takes the convenience of its patients to heart, with its central location by the Wellington train station, professional staff and modern offices. If you want to get your teeth looking better than ever, City Dentists can help. Contact us today to schedule an appointment Tooth extractions can be required for a variety of reasons. Typically, tooth extractions are performed to remove wisdom teeth. Most people don’t have enough space in their mouths for their wisdom teeth, so pulling them is advised in order to prevent teeth shifting, pain, and other problems. Teeth may also need to be extracted if they have been seriously damaged by a traumatic injury, or in cases of advanced tooth decay or periodontal disease. As your mouth heals from your extraction, some side effects can occur. These side effects are only temporary. They include:
No matter what your specific reason may be, if you’re having a tooth pulled you may be wondering what to expect, and how long it will take to recover from your extraction. Here’s a few things to keep in mind during post-op care: The First 24 HoursDuring the first 24 hours after your tooth has been pulled, several things will happen. Blood clots will begin to form, and the sutures in your mouth will help the tissue begin to heal. You will likely experience some minor pain and bleeding during the first 24 hours of your recovery process. Typically, you’ll be given a prescription for a pain reliever to aid you through this process. Usually, you’ll be able to return to non-strenuous activities, such as driving and working an office job, within a day of the surgery. However, athletic activities may be limited, and workers in active positions may need to take extra time off. Swelling also tends to peak at around 24 hours post-surgery. This can be treated with ice packs applied externally to the face, and should subside rather quickly. If pain and bleeding continue and persist for 2-3 days, see your dentist to ensure there are no complications with your procedure. 1-2 Days Post ExtractionThe first two days after your extraction require the most care, as this is when your mouth is doing a majority of its healing. It's perfectly normal to experience a low level amount of bleeding and some soreness at the extraction site. Since these two days are crucial to your extraction recovery, we suggest:
3 Days Post ExtractionAfter about 3 days, the empty tooth socket will have mostly healed. There should be no more bleeding present, and swelling should be minimal at this point. You may still experience some tenderness or soreness, but you should no longer feel pain or discomfort. During this stage of the healing process it is important to keep the clot in place, which requires additional hygiene procedures including:
1 Week Post ExtractionAfter about 7-10 days, your clot should be fully formed and in place. If you had stitches placed, they will be removed if they were non-dissolving. If they were dissolving stitches, they’ll disappear on their own. If pain or bleeding are occurring during this stage of the healing process, contact your dentist to see if you need to come in for a follow up appointment. 2 Weeks Post ExtractionAfter about 14 days, the sockets will be almost completely healed. However, the tissue is highly vascular and tender at the extraction site. Do not brush this tissue too much, and avoid chewing too much food near the extraction site. While your socket is almost healed, there is still the chance of getting an infection or rupturing the new layer of gum tissue. 3+ Weeks Post ExtractionAfter 3-4 weeks, the process of healing is essentially complete. You may still feel a bit of tenderness at the site of your extraction, but this should not cause significant pain or bleeding. At this point, you simply have to be careful not to let food or debris build up in your empty socket, so you should be brushing and flossing properly, and irrigating the socket to remove debris, if instructed to do so. Know What To Expect And Follow All Instructions Given To YouThe above timeline is just an overview. Depending on your oral health, the specifics of your recovery may differ. So, after you come to the office of Dr. Priti Naik for a tooth extraction, simply make sure that you follow all of her recovery instructions, and you’ll be completely healed in just a few weeks. Do you think you may need tooth extractions in Vienna? Contact us now for an appointment at (703) 288-1800, or come by our office at 8230 Boone Blvd, #320, Vienna, VA 22182 to get the dental care that you need in Vienna, Tysons Corner and Mclean. Can you get an infection 3 weeks after wisdom teeth removal?A tooth infection can last several weeks after wisdom tooth removal. And an infection can begin as late as three to four weeks after removal. At times, patients stop taking prescribed antibiotics too soon. Or they assume that a lingering infection will go away if they have taken all their medication.
Why is my cheek swollen 1 month after wisdom teeth removal?Look out for post-operative complications
It's normal for swelling to occur at the surgical sites following any type of oral surgery. It can take a few days or up to a month for swelling to subside.
Why is my gum swollen a month after wisdom teeth removal?In the healthy patient who had an extraction, infection is rare. With wisdom teeth, sometimes a bit of food debris gets stuck under the gums and develops into a small abscess. The patient experiences tenderness over the area, a bad taste, persistent swelling, and malaise.
What happens after 3 weeks of wisdom teeth removal?3+ Weeks Post Extraction
After 3-4 weeks, the process of healing is essentially complete. You may still feel a bit of tenderness at the site of your extraction, but this should not cause significant pain or bleeding.
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