Question 1

do you lose weight after getting your wisdom teeth pulled?

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Only if: Only if it prevents you from eating, but your reduced food intake would only be for a few days.  If you need to lose weight, consider take shape for life, to find a free health coach near you.

Question 2

what is the earliest time after getting my wisdom teeth pulled out can i get a nose job?

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Any time: You can have a rhinoplasty as soon as you feel recovered from your dental surgery. The two operations do not interfere with each other.  Assuming you are healthy, the anesthesia should not be risky.

Question 3

which type of pain should i be ready for after i get my wisdom teeth pulled out?

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Varies widely: All your questions should be answered by the dentist actually removing your wisdom teeth.  He\she knows you & your situation best.  You will be completely numb and not feel anything.  Expect some soreness, swelling, bleeding, all which varies depending upon you and the difficulty of the extractions. You will be given a prescription for appropriate pain medication.

Question 4

do i need to get a catheter when i get my wisdom teeth pulled?

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No.: Often just local anesthesia and nitrous oxide are used.

Question 5

is it ideal to be sedated when you get your wisdom teeth pulled?

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Only if you need it.: Safer not to be put to sleep for anything.  Risk of death from general anesthesia is real although rare.
Local anesthesia and nitrous oxide are usually all that is needed.

Question 6

is it painful to get your wisdom teeth pulled without laughing gas?

Accepted Answer

No: Laughing gas only helps relax you. It will not deaden the pain during an extraction. A local anesthetic is best to deaden the pain of wisdom tooth extraction.

Question 7

afraid to get wisdom teeth pulled?

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Don't be afraid..: Extraction of wisdom teeth is a routine procedure. Speak to your oral surgeon for an explanation of the procedure, and discuss antianxiety meds or even being put to sleep. It will not be as bad as you might imagine.

Question 8

how painful is it to get wisdom teeth pulled?

Accepted Answer

Very little: With modern anesthesia and sedation it is possible that you may not feel any pain.  Check with your dentist before starting to get an idea of your concerns.

Question 9

could everybody get their wisdom teeth pulled?

Accepted Answer

No: No. The primary reasone are if they are causing pain, if there isn't enough room and they may cause crowding of the other teeth, if they are erupted and have cavities, or your othrodonitist needs room to move your crooked teeth.

Question 10

how can  it feel to get your wisdom teeth pulled?

Accepted Answer

Expect some: Discomfort.  It is a surgical procedure.  It's more comfortable to be put to sleep for the extractions.  That way when you wake up its all done.  Hope this helps.

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