2006-07-17 00:34:27 · 26 answers · asked by Sarah F 1 in Health ➔ Dental
Hi Sarah F,
Firstly in response to what flange-ina said, do not eat if you're told not to, this could cause serious problems with your anaesthetic. What if your throw up while your lying down. If you're told not to do it please don't.
In terms of what you should expect it's never as bad as you think it's gonna be. I was more nervous before the op than I was in pain after. All I could imagine was horrible pain!
What I forgot it that you're out of it for the worst part. All you need when you wake up is a family member or good friend to get you loads of ice-cream, soup (gazpacho is ideal) and make sure you're comfy.
Make the most of it, its not to bad, plus everyone makes a great big fuss of you. Please don't worry hun.
2006-07-17 08:21:20 · answer #1 · answered by Deborah 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I had three wisdoms out a few years back. It hurt, a lot. Not so much the actual removal of the teeth but the injections and the aftermath. When I got home from the hospital I spat a mouthful of blood into the sink. I got an infection in the wounds so it hurt like hell for a week and I had to take antibiotics. Hopefully this won't happen to you so it should just be sore for 3-4 days and a bit tender for 3-4 days after that.
2006-07-17 07:43:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you took the smart option and are having it done under a general at hospital, then you'll be fine - maybe a bit stiff for 48 hours.
If your local tooth jockey is hacking them out, ou my god i'd buy up all the dental pain killers you can now.
Wisdom teeth are big, go deep and do not like to be moved. normally they have to cut the flesh of the jaw first, then pry out the teeth after.
In some cases they have to saw the jaw bone to get the teeth out; its never nice.
I've heard of cases where the jaw has actually splintered under the presure and had to be wired up for months while it meshes again.
All i remember is pain, blood; loads of gushing blood; some screaming and then being sent home with a bucket of pills for the pain.
LOL - Nah, just kidding. You'll be a wee bit stiff for about a day after - thats all. Just like having a big tooth pulled (which is what it is). Don't panic - you'll be fine.
JJ.
2006-07-17 07:44:03 · answer #3 · answered by just_jen2006 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you will look like a hamster for a couple of days and there may be bruising as you are having them all out at once. if you like mashed potato then that's probably all you'll feel able to eat for a couple of days. it heals really quickly and the pain is easily controlled with painkillers so don't worry about that. what's wierd is the dissolvable stiches in your mouth over the next week or so but you'll be glad you did it. if it's a hot day take a face cloth so you can put in cold water and cool your face down afterwards. Best wishes
2006-07-17 07:45:03 · answer #4 · answered by minerva 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son had his removed last summer and although it is not pleasant we made it as easy for him as possible by making sure we had everything we needed ahead of time. He was pretty out of it on the way home, make sure to have lots of tissues on hand you will probably have some bleeding. He took his pain meds on time so the pain didn't get out of hand and I must of have made 50 milkshakes in that next week. NOT STRAWS! Within 2 or 3 days he was feeling much better. Don't be surprised if your jaw aches for a while. Ice packs really helped with the swelling.
2006-07-17 07:41:36 · answer #5 · answered by G-Mommy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not so bad but stock up on frozen goodies and soup. When the doctor tells you not to drink out of a straw because of the risk of dry socket, he means it. (It'll make everything so much worse.) You should get a prescription for pain medication to make at least the first day or so easier. After the initial pain you'll be quite sore but it'll be gone within a few weeks. Try to take some zinc everyday -- I really feel like it helps.
2006-07-17 07:40:41 · answer #6 · answered by Amy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For about 3 days expect just a little pain maybe with some swelling. Do exactly as your dentist tells you to do though. He'll give you some pain killers too. The swelling will go down in about 3 days and you'll be good to go and it'll be over with. Good luck!
2006-07-17 07:38:06 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The oral surgery is a piece of cake. You go to sleep, wake up under the influence of pain meds. You will probably need heavy pain meds for several days.
Depending on your age, you should recover pretty quickly. I am middle aged and I had pain for several months. A teen I know had it done the same time and was good within a week.
If you smoke, DONT. Follow the doc's orders and you will be fine.
2006-07-17 07:42:53 · answer #8 · answered by groomingdiva_pgh 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oooh. You'll be a bit sore, hon.
Swollen too. Make sure you've got easy to slurp food in the house in case you can't chew.
Kaolin poultices help with pain and swelling.
Arnica, calendula homeopathic remedies.
Stock up on soluble painkillers, but not aspirin, as this may increase susceptibility to bleeding.
Best of luck.
2006-07-17 07:39:53 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
To walk out with 4 Teeth Missing and be none the Wiser for it, wee tip but Rinse your mouth all week with water with a little salt in it keeps it clean but tastes horrible
2006-07-17 07:56:18 · answer #10 · answered by achtungdavie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋