If you already have your wisdom teeth, it should not change the approach to braces. Your orthodontist can easily apply braces to your third molars as well as your other teeth. If you have impacted wisdom teeth that you’ve chosen not to remove, it is still possible to proceed with orthodontic treatment.
Do I have to remove my wisdom teeth for braces?
The general consensus is no. Wisdom teeth should not be removed solely for the purpose of preventing movement of other teeth because you have or had braces. Research has shown that wisdom teeth do not exert enough pressure to cause a misalignment in other teeth.
Are you asleep during wisdom teeth removal?
You’re awake during the tooth extraction. Although you’ll feel some pressure and movement, you shouldn’t experience pain. Sedation anesthesia. Your dentist or oral surgeon gives you sedation anesthesia through an intravenous (IV) line in your arm.
How long is wisdom teeth recovery?
Wisdom teeth recovery usually takes three to four days. However, if your teeth were impacted, it could take as long a week to heal.
Should I get all 4 wisdom teeth removed at once?
It’s Better to Take Out All Wisdom Teeth at the Same Time Even if they emerge from your gums without any problems, they can force the surrounding teeth to become misaligned, which leads to some discomfort and makes them harder to keep clean because they are so far back in your mouth.
How long does it take to get all 4 wisdom teeth out?
Of course, every case is different, some taking longer than others. Recognizing that often all 4 wisdom teeth are removed in one visit, it will usually take less than 1 hour for treatment to be completed.
What should you not do before getting your wisdom teeth out?
You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) for six hours prior to the appointment. No smoking for at least 12 hours before surgery. Ideally, cut down or stop smoking as soon as possible prior to the day of surgery.
Can you shower before getting your wisdom teeth out?
Bathe or shower and clean your mouth and teeth prior to surgery (don’t swallow any water, if you are being put to sleep for surgery). Good personal hygiene is extremely important to your post-operative recovery and the prevention of infection.
How should I wear my hair for wisdom teeth removal?
Due to the need to have you laying back in the dental chair and having your head tilted upward;do not arrange your hair in a ponytail or bun at the back of your head. Contact lenses, jewelry, and dentures must be removed at the time of surgery.
Can I take a hot bath after wisdom teeth removal?
You should be able to brush your teeth on the night of the surgery, but ensure you spit out gently. Avoid anything hot – hot food, a hot drink, or a hot shower, as they can agitate the extraction site and result in more bleeding.
Can I drink cold water after wisdom tooth extraction?
Aside from applying ice packs on your face and cheeks after the surgery, you should also drink ice cold water. Ice does not just reduce swelling, but the coldness is also a great pain reliever, numbing the area of your mouth that is affected.
