Recently, when surfing the Internet, the editor saw some netizens complaining:
The wisdom tooth had been in pain for several days, and when I finally found time to go to the hospital to have the wisdom tooth removed, the doctor advised me to come back in a few days. It's not a trip for nothing!
I would like to explain it to the doctor here
I didn't mean not to pull it out for you
It's this wisdom tooth that really can't be extracted!
Today, the editor will popularize science for everyone~
1. Why is the wisdom tooth very painful, but the doctor says it can't be extracted?
Usually when wisdom teeth are very painful, doctors will recommend waiting for wisdom teeth to pass the inflammatory phase before extracting teeth, which is actually a sign of responsibility to the patient.
Wisdom teeth can cause severe pain when they grow or become inflamed, especially if they are not in the right position or do not erupt properly. This pain can be caused by pericoronitis of wisdom teeth.
Tooth extraction surgery during the inflammatory phase may increase the risk of infection because bacteria in the mouth can enter the extraction wound, causing the infection to spread or delay healing.
In addition, tooth extraction during inflammation can also cause more pain and discomfort because tooth extraction itself is a traumatic procedure, and tissues in an inflammatory state are more susceptible to irritation and damage.
Therefore, doctors usually recommend that patients receive anti-inflammatory treatments such as oral antibiotics, painkillers or local irrigation when wisdom teeth are painful and in the inflammatory phase to control inflammation and reduce pain.
Once the inflammation has subsided and the tooth and surrounding tissues have returned to a healthier state, doctors will consider tooth extraction.
2. What should I pay attention to before wisdom teeth extraction?
01. Wisdom teeth should be taken before extraction
Because wisdom teeth are located in the innermost part of the oral cavity, the operating space is relatively narrow, and the wisdom teeth have more morphological variation and are adjacent to important tissue structures.
By taking X-rays, the doctor can observe the direction of the root growth and determine if the root is abnormally curved, whether it is a fusion root or multiple teeth.
X-rays can also be used to see how wisdom teeth relate to adjacent teeth and whether they are adjacent to important structures such as the maxillary sinus mucosa or mandibular neural tube.
This information helps the doctor to assess the difficulty of the tooth extraction and develop a suitable tooth extraction plan to avoid damage to adjacent teeth or important structures during the tooth extraction process, and reduce the risk of surgery.
02. During routine examinations, truthfully inform the medical history
It is important to be honest with your medical history when performing any routine examination.
When disclosing the medical history, the patient should provide detailed personal information, including past medical conditions, family medical history, allergies, surgical history, medication history, etc.
At the same time, the patient should also inform the doctor about the medication he is currently taking, so that the doctor can assess the possible impact of the medication on the patient's examination or treatment.
In addition to providing detailed medical history information, patients should maintain good communication with their doctors.
During the communication process, the patient should actively answer the doctor's questions and offer any information related to the examination or treatment.
If a patient is unclear or unsure about a question, they can consult with their doctor and seek an explanation.
03. Oral hygiene and dietary adjustment
It is very important to maintain good oral hygiene before wisdom teeth are extracted. Proper brushing and flossing can help reduce the number of bacteria in your mouth and reduce the risk of infection after tooth extraction.
Dietary modification prior to wisdom tooth extraction is also crucial. It is recommended to avoid spicy and irritating foods for one to two days before tooth extraction, so as not to irritate the soft tissues around the mouth and wisdom teeth, which will increase the difficulty and pain of tooth extraction.
Also, avoid alcohol and smoking, which may increase the risk of bleeding and infection after tooth extraction.
If there is any abnormality or discomfort
A dentist should be consulted promptly and further treatment should be received