Erupted Wisdom Teeth Extraction: Advice; Menu/Shopping List?

I'm scheduled at the dentist for extraction of my 3 wisdom teeth, which have been erupted for 9 years.





-27 y/o


-Never any pain in them; grown in correctly (top slightly angled out); cavity in bottom tooth.


-Bottom tooth has deep pincer roots in jaw requiring tooth to be cracked in two first.


-Two dentists have said I can safely choose their procedure over that of an oral surgeon.


-I guess this will be with local anesthetic. Laughing gas, also?


-Haven't been told anything but to eat before and rest after.





1) What to expect in my specific situtation, during/after? Advice?


2) Should I ask to be referred instead to an oral surgeon? Both dentists offered the option.


3) What foods to buy, to eat after? No dairy products, due to need to rinse film out of mouth? What other supplies to buy?


4) Should I expect more or less pain during/after extraction; and more/less healing time; with erupted teeth?


5) Can I eat before the appointment, the day of?





Thank you!

Erupted Wisdom Teeth Extraction: Advice; Menu/Shopping List?
With the caveat that everyone is different and do what your doctor says....





I just had my wisdom teeth (all 4) out this morning. I'm 25. Also never had pain, but I did have a growth that kept returning on my lower gum. I was referred to an oral surgeon and recommended for general anesthesia which went well. So, I don't know exactly in your situation. I don't think a regular dentist can offer general though and I do like the idea of not having any awareness of what is going on whatsoever.





So, before it is not a problem--eat what you want. If you have general, you cannot eat or drink for like 8 hours prior to the surgery.





I've never heard of the no dairy. In fact, I was told I should eat only cold for the first few hours (I guess until tomorrow)--ice cream, milk shakes, pudding, jello, yogurt, applesauce. Then, I can add in hot things like soup and then progress to more solid things at my own pace. I guess this means eggs and rice and pasta followed by soft fruits and cooked vegetables and bread followed by harder things and eventually chips, nuts, crackers, etc.





Also you will want to ice the area so get a nice ice pack. I was told that starting tomorrow I should rinse my mouth with salt water 3 times a day for 5-7 days.





Other than a little bit of pain in one spot and general soreness in my mouth I'm okay. They have me on tylenol w/ codeine and advil.





Again, your doctor will give you specific instructions, so just follow those.
Reply:And I almost forgot: My best wishes to you, immortality1231981, as you begin your recovery. I hope that all goes well, and that the pains stay at bay. Report It

Reply:I had very little trouble. In fact, the surgery was on Tuesday morning and by Wed. night I went to see Harry Potter and I ate pancakes and eggs today (Thursday). I only have/had pain in one area. Just keep taking the Advil (for swelling more than pain) and icing it. Good luck to you too! Report It

Reply:Your descriptions and advice are accurate. Slight fullness is the only sensation I've had. Therefore, you're correct in advising ice packs and ibuprofen. Report It

Reply:I wasn't as bold to venture out on day 2. I've played it safe, in diet and activity. I'd advise others to avoid immediate activity to avoid loss of clots.





Best advice I have for others, so far, is to be in top physical shape before, with a balanced, healthy diet. Report It

Reply:To add to anyone's shopping: nutritional drinks, soy protein isolate shake mix, salt, extra gauze, applesauce, vitamin supplement pills, four reuseable ice packs. Report It

Reply:If one has a dorm fridge with freezer compartment, plug it in near the bed, to easily change ice packs (have towels handy) and to have drinks/food at hand without exertion.





Thank you again for the time and help, immortality1231981. Articulate answers from a precise, observant, intelligent person. Report It