Forest & Ray - Dentists, Orthodontists, Implant Surgeons
8F Gilbert Pl, London WC1A 2JD, United Kingdom
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A 3-min walk from the British Museum
Wisdom Tooth Extraction London
Wisdom teeth are a common name for your third molars. These are the last molars to develop and generally appear in your late teens or early twenties. Often there is not enough room in the jaw for wisdom teeth to grow normally, and they may not be properly aligned.
In some cases, wisdom teeth remain under the surface, growing at an angle towards the front of your mouth. They push against the second molar as they continue to grow, potentially causing damage. The pressure can also continue onto other teeth causing them to shift and become crowded. When only a portion of a wisdom tooth breaks through the gums, this area can be challenging to clean.
Cavities in the wisdom teeth can quickly spread to the neighbouring second molars causing dental problems. There are several signs that there may be problems related to your wisdom teeth. If you experience any of these symptoms, you should discuss them at your next dental appointment.
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Different people heal at different speeds after an extraction. It is important to keep your mouth and the extraction site as clean as possible, making sure that the socket is kept clear of all food and debris. Don't rinse for the first 24 hours, and this will help your mouth to start healing.
After this time use a salt-water mouthwash, which helps to heal the socket. A teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water gently rinsed around the socket twice a day can help to clean and heal the area. Keep this up for at least a week or for as long as your dentist tells you. It is important to keep to a healthy diet; and take a Vitamin C supplement, which will help your mouth to heal.
After-Care Instructions
Avoid hot food or drinks until the anaesthetic wears off. Eat soft foods such as yogurt, pudding, applesauce, and soup, soup, soup!
Be careful not to chew your cheek. This is quite a common problem, which can happen when there is no feeling.
DON’T drink alcohol for at least 24 hours, as this can encourage bleeding and delay healing.
DON’T smoke!
If you experience pain, take over-the-counter pain relievers (e.g. for headache).
DON’T take aspirin as it might encourage bleeding
Take it easy for the rest of the day. Take as little exercise as you can, and rest as much as you can. Keep your head up to avoid any bleeding.
DON’T be tempted to rinse the area for the first 24 hours.