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Wisdom Teeth Removal Chicago; Extractions for Good Health
Wisdom tooth extraction dentist In Chicago
Do you have any loose, painful, or fractured teeth? Maybe a wisdom tooth that is starting to come in?
In spite of your best efforts to avoid tooth extraction, wisdom teeth removal Chicago can cause more problems if they are left in. If your wisdom teeth removal Chicago are bothering you, it might be time to get rid of them.
At Archer Dental, Dr. Zhadovich has been wisdom teeth removal Chicago for many years utilizing the latest techniques and his gentle touch.
Reasons for a tooth extraction
Patients of all ages need dental extractions, from time to time. Some of the reasons teeth are pulled include:
- Loss of bone and gum support around the tooth
- Advanced tooth decay
- Severe damage to the tooth
- Stubborn baby teeth (to make room for adult teeth)
- Making room for orthodontic treatment
- Unnecessary wisdom teeth removal Chicago
Lots of patients in the Chicago area are looking for a dentist who offers pain-free treatment. You might have a little discomfort after the extraction while you recover. But Dr. Anton Zhadovich spares no effort in making your procedure a comfortable one.
Local anesthesia will take the pinch out of any dental process. To soothe your anxiety, we’ll provide wither a medication to calm your nerves or Nitrous Oxide. Your tooth will be out before you know it! Our wisdom teeth removal Chicago expert Dr. Zhadovich will instruct you for a quick and complete recovery at home.
Extracting wisdom teeth in Chicago
One of the most common tooth extraction procedures here at Archer Dental is for wisdom teeth. Also called ‘third molars,’ wisdom teeth don’t grow into every person’s smile. Some people get only their upper third molars, while others have only their lower ones come in. These teeth may show up around age 16 or 26, or never at all. Wisdom teeth can pose a variety of problems to your smile. Not only can they easily become impacted, but they are very hard to reach. If you have trouble keeping your wisdom teeth clean, then they are more likely to develop issues like gum disease or cavities.
Dr. Zhadovich usually recommends removing wisdom teeth as soon as possible. It’s much easier to have your third molars extracted all at once. Otherwise, one-by-one, they can cause you difficulties at very inconvenient times.
Is it true that some people have no problems with their wisdom teeth, at all? Yes, but to find out whether or not your molars should be extracted, you need a professional evaluation by a dentist that does wisdom teeth removal Chicago in Archer Heights.
Treatment for impacted wisdom teeth
What should you do if one of your third molars is already impacted?
An impacted tooth is one that has grown in a wrong direction while it’s still buried under the gums. Impacted teeth usually end up growing towards the roots of neighboring teeth. This is a big concern because wayward wisdom teeth have strong enamel-covered crowns. When these push into the much softer roots of nearby teeth, those roots can become permanently damaged.
Treatment for impacted wisdom teeth removal Chicago involves locating their position on an x-ray. Before Dr. Zhadovich can do any extraction, he will need a clear picture of what’s going on in your mouth.
Next, Dr. Zhadovich will plan an extraction by carefully opening up the bone and gum tissue around the impacted teeth. You won’t feel a thing during this procedure, Archer Dental will ensure you feel comfortable during the tooth extraction procedure.
Wisdom tooth extraction procedure
Before starting a tooth extraction, the dentist will examine your teeth and take an x-ray. After dental examination, we will use anesthesia in order to numb the area where the tooth will be pulled. For patients that experience anxiety during procedures like that, we offer nitrous oxide to make the patient more comfortable.
If your wisdom teeth removal Chicago have already grown in a normal way, removing them will be pretty straight forward. In this case, you would visit a dentist to have them pulled out using dental tools. Most likely, no surgery would be required. However, if your teeth are impacted, the procedure requires oral surgery. In order to access the actual tooth, the gum tissue covering it will need to be cut open. After numbing the area, a flap will be created in the gum tissue. This allows the dentist or oral surgeon to view the tooth. If muscle or bone is covering it, that will also need to be cut away to provide clear access to the actual tooth. At this point, your dentist may be able to grab the tooth and simply lift it out of the socket. If, however, it does not budge when being wiggled, then the actual tooth will need to be broken into several pieces that can be extracted individually.
Once the wisdom teeth removal Chicago has been completed, the area will need to be carefully cleaned. The flap of gum tissue can then be laid flat and sutured back into place. To stop the bleeding, the dentist will place gauze on the area.
Choose dentists at Archer Dental
The importance of having a highly skilled and experienced dental team perform wisdom teeth extraction in Chicago lies in several key aspects, with the primary consideration being the dentist or oral surgeon’s experience and expertise. At Archer Dental, we have professionals who are skilled in performing wisdom teeth extractions in Chicago.
Our team members have the necessary knowledge and skills to carry out the procedure efficiently and safely. Our dentists are trained to evaluate the position of the wisdom teeth, identify any potential complications, and take appropriate measures to minimize risks.
Before performing the tooth extraction in Chicago, we will conduct a comprehensive examination of the mouth, which includes X-rays, to assess the position of the teeth and determine if wisdom teeth extraction is necessary. An accurate diagnosis ensures that only the teeth posing a risk to the patient’s dental and overall health are removed.
During the wisdom teeth extraction in Chicago, it is crucial that the professionals at Archer Dental can administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide if needed. This ensures that all our patients are comfortable and free from pain during the procedure.
One vital aspect to consider is that wisdom teeth extraction in Chicago may present certain risks, such as damage to adjacent teeth, infections, or nerve injuries. To prevent these situations, our team members are well-versed in handling and preventing such complications, minimizing the risk of adverse effects.
After the wisdom teeth removal Chicago, your dentist at Archer Dental will provide necessary instructions and recommendations for proper postoperative care. This includes guidelines on diet, oral hygiene, and pain management, which contribute to a faster and complication-free recovery.
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Frequently asked questions
The inability of the wisdom teeth to erupt properly can lead to oral health problems, like tooth decay, gum disease and also bone loss or sinus poblems.
Tooth decay and gum disease are two of the most common problems associated with wisdom teeth. When wisdom teeth fail to emerge properly, the parts of the teeth that manage to erupt can create hard-to-clean pockets in the gum tissue or between the teeth, providing places for bacteria to grow, which eventually will lead to gum disease and tooth decay. Additionally, some cases of severe bacteria growth in the mouth can lead to an infection.
Wisdom tooth extraction is a simple procedure that can be completed within 45 minutes. The patient will get anesthesia, so they do not feel any pain during the tooth extraction. In case the dentist has to cut open the gum tissue or jaw bone to reach the tooth, stiched will be needed to close the wound. In some cases the dentist will also put synthetic bone graft in order to help the bone heal and make it stronger. Stiches will dissolve in a few days, so no additinal appointment will be needed.
Wisdom teeth can be removed at any time, but most dentists advise to have your wisdom teeth extracted in your teens. The jaw bone is still soft, which makes the extraction procedure easier and also reduces healing time. Getting your wisdom teeth removed as an adult is more complicated, because the jaw bone has developed completely and it will take longer to heal after the procedure.
After procedure you’ll be feeling sore and swollen. On the day of extraction, you should avoid brushing near the extraction site.
You can resume normal brushing the very next day. You will need to be very gentle, around the extraction site, but you should resume full brushing the day right after wisdom tooth extraction.
Post op instructions 48 hours after tooth extraction:
DO NOT rinse your mouth with liquids as this may wash away the blood clot.
DO NOT use drinking straws.
DO NOT smoke.
DO NOT disturb the extraction site with tongue, tooth brush or other objects.
DO NOT consume hot food or beverages.
Dental glossary
Impacted tooth
A tooth that is not able to break through the gum due to lack of space. Sometimes the tooth can be partially impacted, and peek through the gum but not able to come out completely.
Dentin hypersensitivity
Dentin hypersensitivity is a pain response to a various stimuli (touch, temperature, pressure). It occurs when dentin is exposed or tooth enamel is worn down.
Computer tomography
A method of medical imaging to generate a 3D image by combining a large series of 2D X-ray images.
Decay
Tooth decay is damage to the enamel of the tooth caused by acids from bacteria on the surface of the tooth. Decay can lead to sensitivity, cavity or infections ir left untreated.
Preventive dentistry
Preventive dentistry focuses on maintaining oral health in order to prevent the spread tooth decay and infections in the mouth.
Dental checkup
Dental checkup appointment involves examination of teeth, identifying any signs of infection and removing them and a thorough cleaning of the teeth.