Wisdom Tooth Extraction: How to Heal Faster

If you are haunted by childhood memories every time you enter a dental office, you are not alone. Although you may have good reasons for being a dentist hater, I am quite sure that it’s not the dentist you hate, but more precisely all the stuff the dentist does, all that drilling, parts filling and well, billing.

Emotionally-intense memories are usually quite strong and long lasting. Dental health is not something you should neglect and let go down the drain, therefore you need to gather your strength, overcome the fear as an adult and be prepared for the next encounter.

Imagine that you have a jaw that is too small for 32 teeth to fit, and there is not enough room left for your wisdom teeth? In such case, you might start experiencing a lot of pain and discomfort and turning to wisdom tooth extraction is your ultimate choice, if confirmed by your dentist or the dental surgeon, of course. This oral procedure lasts less than two hours, but what takes at least two to three weeks is the time it takes for your mouth to heal.

Thankfully there are certain tips you can incorporate in your daily routine to fasten the healing process. Here’s what to do.

Information is a Bliss

First, talk to your dentist or dental surgeon what should you expect after a wisdom tooth is taken out. They will certainly give you a list of guidance to follow, all in all the amount of discomfort will depend on how easy it was to remove the tooth.

Common Painkillers To The Rescue

Some pain and swelling are a normal occurrence after this procedure. When you undergo a wisdom tooth removal procedure, you risk nerve injury that can affect the lips, chin or tongue. The use of the common painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen can effectively deal with the above mentioned issues.

Open and Move Your Mouth

After surgery, your mouth will feel stiff and you will most likely want to keep it closed. However, bare in mind that it is essential to open your mouth slowly and gently from time to time to avoid permanent stiffness. Also, it is good to hold an ice bag pressed on the cheek area that is closer to the extraction.

Control the bleeding

The oral surgeon will recommended to gently bite on a piece of gauze to reduce the bleeding. Do not change it for at least 30 minutes! After that, you may switch to a damp tea bag because the tea leaves can reduce pain and encourage the clotting process.

Carefully Choose What to Eat and Drink

Drinking liquids (like ice cold coconut water or freshly made fruit smoothie) is best after a wisdom teeth extraction. Within time, add some solid food, beginning with something softer, such as noddle soup, pudding or mashed potatoes. Avoid the use of straws, spicy and hot dishes, because they are more likely to prolong the healing time.

Don’t Hesitate to Ask for Help

Count on your family and friends to take care of you while recovering. Have them help you with domestic assignments, let them cook food for you and bring you drinks, and make you feel comfortable until you heal.