Wisdom tooth extraction

convert

I was at the dentist the other day and he informed me that I have to have one of my bottom wisdom teeth extracted as it's completely impacted (and currently has an abscess on it). I asked him about the process and recovery time, etc. but he was pretty vague, saying it varied from person to person and how difficult the tooth was to extract, but that generally 2 or 3 days should be enough to recover.

I'd really appreciate if anyone could share their experiences of having wisdom teeth extracted and how they found it, how long it took to recover, etc.

Thanks!

Hunchback

you don't feel a single thing. its all over relatively quickly and the recovery is painless ... well it was for me anyway. it is quite unpleasant when he's pulling the tooth though. you can hear all the fibres of the tooth splitting and ripping , but its weird , cuz its like you hear it from the middle of your brain or something.

Ostrom

Had one out from the same position, with the same complications recently. No pain during, not much after. Simple procudure; the only discomfort was the strange feeling of leverage as described above. Ate a burger and chips that same evening (probably not a good idea ). Minor pain at the extraction site for two days, nothing a neurofen cant handle. Back to work next morning!

Big_G

Search the forum. There are already a ridiculous amount of threads on this topic.

Ostrom

Just back and having another one out next week!

candykiss234

i had four removed in one go rather than going back but i was put to sleep, i wont lie when i came round and went home i was in bits for a week the painkillers they pescribed wernt strong enough, but all in all im glad there gone, :eek:

convert

Thanks for all the helpful comments, guys! Much appreciated, tho I'm still dreading it!!

coylemj

If you're only having one tooth out then it shouldn't be a huge deal, just plan on eating soft food (e.g. a cheese sandwich) that evening, pop two Neurofen 30 minutes before you hit the pillow and you''ll be grand. Best to avoid cold drinks for a couple of days and if you're drinking tea or coffee only take small sips.