Wisdom teeth are often referred to as third molars by dentists, and they are the last teeth that appear in the back of the mouth, usually in late puberty and early adulthood. There are many misconceptions when it comes to these teeth, which can often leave people feeling anxious at the prospect. However, below are a few of the most common myths that we will debunk to help keep your mind at ease when it comes to expecting your wisdom teeth and problems that may occur.
You Must Have Your Wisdom Teeth Removed
It is common for people to think that everyone has their wisdom teeth removed, but this is far from the truth. On average, about 35% of people do not develop their wisdom teeth at all, and a lot of the people that do get these additional molars experience few problems with them. Sometimes, people will have all four wisdom teeth removed, even when there is only an issue with one of them, and this is to balance the jaw and ensure that you are not biting down on your gums. Dentists have even speculated as to whether it is better to remove them all as there seems to be no use for them. At the first sign of any problems with any of your wisdom teeth coming through, you should seek an experienced dentist on the Gold Coast, Robina Town Dental being one, that will assess whether you need to have your wisdom teeth removed or not.
The Pain From Your Wisdom Teeth Will Go Away
Some people have this train of thought and try to forget about the pain in the vain hope that it will go away, which it will most likely not. If a wisdom tooth has started coming through and it is causing you a lot of pain, there is a chance that this is impacted or that they are not able to push through the gums. Either way, it is something that you should get assessed at your local dentist to ensure that there are no problems with your teeth which would mean you need to get your wisdom teeth extracted. If you are in pain, book an appointment and see your dentist, and they will make your pain go away and ensure that your mouth stays healthy.
It Hurts To Have Your Wisdom Teeth Removed
If you try to remove any teeth, let alone wisdom teeth, without any anaesthetic, it is going to hurt, but there are options open to your dentist to ensure that the extraction is pain-free. On occasion, you may be offered a general anaesthetic depending on your problem, if your dentist can also administer a local anaesthetic or IV sedation to stop you from experiencing any pain. There may be some discomfort after the procedure, but your dentist will also be able to help you with this and prescribe suitable pain killers if they are needed. When there is a problem with wisdom teeth, it can be excruciating, so make sure that you do not suffer and get yourself to a dentist as soon as possible, your pain threshold and your mouth will thank you for it.
